Miso Glazed Salmon
A restaurant-quality dish made in under 30 minutes. This salmon features a glossy, caramelized miso crust with a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth center.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets Keep the skin on for better baking
- 3 tbsp miso paste Red miso preferred for deeper flavor
- 1-2 tbsp brown sugar Adjust based on your sweetness preference
- 1 tbsp soy sauce Use low-sodium if you prefer less salt
- 1/2 tbsp sesame oil Pure toasted sesame oil works best
- 1 1/2 tbsp mirin Use an alcohol-free variety if preferred
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds For garnish
- 1 bunch green onions Finely chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a sturdy baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the miso paste, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and mirin until the mixture is completely smooth and thick.
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking pan, skin side facing down. Generously brush the top and sides of each fillet with the miso glaze.
- Place the pan in the center of the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the salmon begins to turn opaque around the edges.
- Switch the oven to high broil. Watch carefully for 2 to 3 minutes until the glaze bubbles and caramelizes. Remove immediately once dark and bubbling to avoid burning.
- Let the salmon rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
Chef Tip: Take the salmon out of the fridge 15 minutes before cooking to ensure it reaches room temperature for even baking. If you don't have mirin, swap with 1 tbsp water mixed with 1/2 tsp sugar.