Miso-Glazed Salmon Donburi

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A Japanese rice bowl featuring tender salmon glazed in a sweet and savory miso sauce, served over steamed rice and topped with sesame seeds. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, white miso paste, honey 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp grated ginger until smooth. Brush half the mixture over 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets.
  2. Step 2: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the salmon skin-side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through but still moist.
  3. Step 3: While salmon cooks, place 1/2 cup cooked sushi rice in bowls. Top with salmon, drizzle with remaining miso glaze, and garnish with 1/4 cup sliced scallions and 1 tsp sesame seeds. Serve with 1 tbsp soy sauce on the side.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon Donburi take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Salmon Donburi?

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 Miso-Glazed Salmon Donburi?

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 Salmon Donburi 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 Miso-Glazed Salmon Donburi?

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.

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