Honjozo-Style Sake-Infused Miso Glazed Salmon
A delicate Japanese dish where premium sake enhances miso's umami, creating a perfectly caramelized glaze on wild-caught salmon fillets. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 32 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, white miso paste, sake for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp sake
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 4 whole shiso leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp sake, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tsp grated ginger until smooth.
- Step 2: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then brush both sides with the miso mixture, ensuring even coating.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat until shimmering, then place salmon skin-side down.
- Step 4: Cook undisturbed for 8 minutes until skin is crisp and golden, then flip and cook 4 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 125°F.
- Step 5: Transfer salmon to a plate, brush with any remaining glaze, and sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and 4 whole shiso leaves.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honjozo-Style Sake-Infused Miso Glazed Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 32 minutes (20 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 Honjozo-Style Sake-Infused Miso Glazed Salmon?
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 Honjozo-Style Sake-Infused Miso Glazed Salmon?
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 Honjozo-Style Sake-Infused Miso Glazed Salmon 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.
Is Honjozo-Style Sake-Infused Miso Glazed Salmon gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order japanese delivery again.
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to seafood dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
