Miso-Glazed Salmon with Crispy Bok Choy

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A quick weeknight dinner with tender salmon coated in savory-sweet miso glaze and perfectly seared bok choy for a balanced, flavorful meal. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten-free, high-protein) ready in about 25 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 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.

★ 3.2 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 390 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk miso paste, rice vinegar, and maple syrup in a small bowl until smooth, then brush half over salmon fillets, reserving the rest for bok choy.
  2. Step 2: Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add bok choy and cook for 4-5 minutes until bright green and slightly wilted.
  3. Step 3: Place salmon skin-side down in the same skillet, cook for 4 minutes without moving, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 125°F.
  4. Step 4: Brush reserved miso glaze over salmon during the last minute of cooking, then transfer salmon to plates and top with bok choy.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Crispy Bok Choy 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 with Crispy Bok Choy?

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 with Crispy Bok Choy?

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 with Crispy Bok Choy 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.

Is Miso-Glazed Salmon with Crispy Bok Choy gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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