Miso-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Sesame Soba Noodles
Broiled salmon fillets glazed with savory miso paired with soba noodles tossed in a ginger-sesame dressing and crisp vegetables. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, white miso paste, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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 mirin
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 sliced green onions
- 1 medium julienned carrot
- 1/2 sliced thin cucumber
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 4 cups for noodles water
- 1 tsp divided salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the broiler on high and line a baking sheet with foil. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp brown sugar until smooth.
- Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and place skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the miso glaze evenly over the top of each fillet.
- Step 3: Broil salmon 6-8 inches from heat for 8-10 minutes, until the glaze bubbles and the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, bring 4 cups water with 1/2 tsp salt to a boil in a medium pot. Add 8 oz soba noodles and cook according to package instructions, about 5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
- Step 5: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/2 tsp salt to make the dressing.
- Step 6: Toss the cooled soba noodles with the dressing, 3 sliced green onions, 1 medium julienned carrot, and 1/2 thinly sliced cucumber until well coated.
- Step 7: Divide the soba noodles among plates, top each with a miso-glazed salmon fillet, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Sesame Soba Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Ginger-Sesame Soba Noodles?
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 Ginger-Sesame Soba Noodles?
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 Ginger-Sesame Soba Noodles 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 with Ginger-Sesame Soba Noodles?
Japanese seafood 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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