Mandarin-Style Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies
Savory-sweet miso-glazed salmon with crisp-tender vegetables, inspired by the top language spoken in U.S. households. This japanese-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 27 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, white miso paste, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup, thinly sliced carrots
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk miso paste, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add broccoli and carrots, stir-fry for 4 minutes until crisp-tender. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Brush each fillet generously with miso glaze. Cook for 5 minutes without moving, then flip and brush with remaining glaze. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mandarin-Style Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 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 Mandarin-Style Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies?
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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mandarin-Style Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies?
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 Mandarin-Style Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies 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 Mandarin-Style Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies 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
- ★★★★★
Love how the Asian come through in every bite.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
