Miso-Glazed Grilled Salmon
A savory-sweet Japanese dish with smoky salmon glazed in miso, mirin, and soy sauce. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs Salmon fillet, White miso paste, Mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 1/2 lb Salmon fillet
- 2 tbsp White miso paste
- 1/4 cup Mirin
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 medium Lemon
- 1 tbsp Grilled sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp white miso paste with 1/4 cup mirin and 1 tbsp soy sauce until smooth. Zest and juice 1 lemon, adding 1 tbsp lemon juice to the glaze. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season salmon with salt and pepper, then brush both sides with the miso glaze. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side until the skin is crispy and the flesh is opaque.
- Step 3: Serve immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and a drizzle of remaining glaze.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Grilled Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Miso-Glazed Grilled 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 salmon fillet from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Grilled 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 Miso-Glazed Grilled Salmon for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Miso-Glazed Grilled Salmon?
Japanese asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
