Description
A deliciously caramelized miso salmon dish that combines umami and sweetness for an unforgettable flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons miso paste
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup steamed bok choy or green veggies
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together miso paste, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet and generously brush the miso mixture over each piece.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve the salmon over cooked quinoa or brown rice, with steamed bok choy or green veggies on the side.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the salmon in miso glaze for up to 24 hours before baking. Monitor cooking closely to avoid dryness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg