Miso-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Garlic

Name: Miso-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 24 oz salmon fillets; 3 tbsp white miso paste; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp honey; 5 g fresh ginger; 2 cloves garlic; 2 tbsp sesame oil; 20 g green onions; 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Salmon fillets baked in a savory miso glaze with fresh ginger and garlic, creating a deeply flavorful dish that requires minimal effort.

Cuisine: Japanese

Category: Seafood

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

24 oz salmon fillets
3 tbsp white miso paste
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp honey
5 g fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic
2 tbsp sesame oil
20 g green onions
1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 5 g grated fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
Step 3: Place 24 oz salmon fillets (6 oz each) skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each fillet with 1 tbsp of the miso glaze.
Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 5: While salmon bakes, heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 20 g sliced green onions and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 6: Remove salmon from oven, brush with remaining miso glaze, and top with the green onion mixture. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.