Miso-Glazed Salmon with Miso-Infused Rice

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Salmon fillets coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze, served atop rice cooked with white miso for subtle umami depth. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on 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.

★ 3.9 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tsp sugar in a small bowl until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Rinse 1 cup short-grain rice under cold water until water runs clear, then combine with 1 1/4 cups water in a rice cooker; cook until rice is tender and water absorbed.
  3. Step 3: Pat 4 salmon fillets dry; brush both sides with the miso mixture, then place skin-side down in a preheated skillet over medium heat.
  4. Step 4: Cook for 6 minutes until skin is crisp, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  5. Step 5: While salmon cooks, stir 1/2 tsp sesame oil into cooked rice; spoon rice onto plates and top with salmon, drizzling with any remaining glaze.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 2 tbsp sliced green onions before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Miso-Infused Rice take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Rice?

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 white miso paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Miso-Infused Rice?

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 Rice 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.

Is Miso-Glazed Salmon with Miso-Infused Rice gluten-free?

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

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