Authentic Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

A perfectly seared salmon fillet coated in a sweet-savory miso glaze, finished with fresh shiso leaves for an umami-rich Japanese bistro experience. This Mediterranean recipe (gluten-free, high-protein), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, white miso paste, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
• 3 tbsp white miso paste
• 2 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp sake
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 4 whole leaves shiso leaves
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Whisk 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp sake, and 1 tsp grated ginger in a bowl until smooth. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then brush both sides with 2 tbsp of the miso mixture.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crisp and golden — do not move to avoid tearing.
3. Step 3: Flip salmon, brush remaining miso glaze on top, and cook for 3 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 125°F (medium-rare) and glaze is bubbling and slightly caramelized.
4. Step 4: Transfer salmon to a plate, top with 4 whole shiso leaves, and sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with steamed rice.