Japanese Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice
Oven-baked salmon fillets glazed with savory-sweet miso sauce served atop fluffy sesame-infused steamed rice. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 22 minutes pairs (about 150g each) 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 420 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 (about 150g each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp sake
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 cups cooked steamed white rice
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2, thinly sliced scallions
- 1 tsp for rice seasoning soy sauce
- 1 tsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp sake, and 1 tbsp granulated sugar until smooth.
- Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (about 150g each) and brush the miso glaze generously over the top of each fillet.
- Step 3: Place the salmon on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until the glaze is bubbling and the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, mix 3 cups cooked steamed white rice with 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp vegetable oil, and 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, tossing gently.
- Step 5: Serve each salmon fillet on a bed of the sesame rice and sprinkle with 2 thinly sliced scallions for a fresh finish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Japanese Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice 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 Japanese Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice?
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 Japanese Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice?
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 Japanese Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice 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 Japanese Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice 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.
