Miso Glazed Salmon

Miso Glazed Salmon

Better than at your favorite restaurant, this miso-glazed salmon is sweet, savory, and full of flavor. It cooks with a delicious caramelized miso glaze on the outside and stays flaky and moist in the middle. You are going to love everything about this recipe!

Ingredients

  • salmon

    sliced into four filets

    2 lb
  • salt and pepper
  • miso paste
    ¼ c
  • soy sauce
    2 tbsp
  • brown sugar
    1 tbsp
  • rice vinegar
    1 tbsp
  • sesame oil
    1 tsp
  • chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    salt and pepper the 2 pounds salmon,.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, add 1/4 cup miso paste, 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce, 1 Tablespoon brown sugar 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Whisk together until smooth. Reserve 1 tablespoon of marinade.

  3. 3

    In a medium-sized bowl, add the salmon and the sauce. Let it marinate for 1-3 hours.

  4. 4

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large skillet, add the salmon and discard the marinade. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the fish is almost done and opaque. Brush with reserved glaze and broil on high for 1-2 minutes until fish reaches 125-130 degrees in the center.

  5. 5

    Add chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish if desired.

Miso Glazed Salmon

Miso Glazed Salmon

382 cal

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About this Recipe

Imagine a salmon dish so exquisitely balanced between sweet and savory, with a perfectly caramelized glaze, that it rivals your favorite restaurant's best. This Miso Glazed Salmon recipe delivers exactly that, right in your home kitchen, making a weeknight meal feel truly special.

The magic of this recipe lies in its simple yet profound flavor profile, marrying the umami depth of miso paste with the sweetness of brown sugar and tang of rice vinegar. This creates a rich glaze that caramelizes beautifully, ensuring each bite of salmon is both intensely flavorful and wonderfully moist and flaky. You'll love how effortlessly these complex flavors come together.

Prepare for a truly indulgent experience. Each of the four salmon fillets emerges from cooking with a gleaming, savory-sweet miso glaze that crackles slightly on the outside, while the interior remains wonderfully flaky and tender. The sesame oil adds a subtle nutty aroma that complements the rich miso paste and soy sauce base, creating a harmonious blend that tantalizes the palate. This is a satisfying main course, clocking in at 382 calories per serving, that feels gourmet without the fuss.

Customization & Variations

While salmon is stellar here, you could experiment with other firm, robust fish fillets if desired. For an even richer glaze, a touch more brown sugar can be added, or for a saltier kick, adjust the soy sauce to your preference. If you don't have rice vinegar, a squeeze of fresh lime juice can offer a similar bright acidity to balance the richness.

Serve this elegant baked salmon garnished generously with fresh chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. It makes an impressive centerpiece for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, pairing beautifully with steamed rice and a simple green vegetable for a complete, vibrant meal.

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