Miso-Glazed Salmon with Miso-Infused Fillet
Salmon fillets baked with a savory miso glaze, revealing an umami-rich interior. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 ounces each), skin-on salmon fillets, tablespoons white miso paste, tablespoons rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 ounces each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 teaspoon, grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice wine
- 2 tablespoons, chopped scallions
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Whisk 3 tablespoons white miso paste, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon mirin, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves until smooth. Add 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil and 1 tablespoon rice wine, mix well.
- Step 2: Place salmon fillets skin-side down on parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush miso glaze evenly over top of each fillet, covering entire surface.
- Step 3: Bake 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through (internal temperature 125°F) and glaze caramelizes on top.
- Step 4: While salmon bakes, mix 2 tablespoons chopped scallions and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds in small bowl for garnish.
- Step 5: Remove salmon from oven, rest 2 minutes, then garnish with scallion-sesame mixture.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Miso-Infused Fillet 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 Miso-Infused Fillet?
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 tablespoons white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Miso-Infused Fillet?
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 Miso-Infused Fillet 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 Miso-Infused Fillet?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect for date night - the glaze caramelized beautifully and the salmon stayed juicy.
- ★★★★★
This miso glaze transformed my salmon dinner! My kids even asked for seconds.
- ★★★★☆
Loved the flavor, but the glaze took longer than expected to set. Still delicious though!