Charcoal-Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame
Rich salmon fillets grilled over charcoal and brushed with a savory-sweet miso glaze, garnished with fresh scallions and toasted sesame seeds. This japanese-inspired grilling ready in about 22 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, skin on, white miso paste, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets, skin on
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp freshly grated ginger until smooth and glossy.
- Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with skin on and brush both sides lightly with 1 tbsp vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Step 3: Preheat a charcoal grill to medium heat with glowing embers and arrange the salmon skin-side down directly over the heat.
- Step 4: Grill the salmon for 4 minutes, then carefully flip and brush the flesh side generously with the miso glaze. Continue grilling for another 3-4 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze caramelizes lightly.
- Step 5: Remove salmon from grill and let rest for 2 minutes. Sprinkle 3 thinly sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over each fillet before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Charcoal-Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Charcoal-Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Charcoal-Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Charcoal-Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Charcoal-Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame?
Japanese grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
