Miso-Glazed Salmon with Pickled Ginger
A Japanese-inspired dish featuring perfectly seared salmon glazed with authentic white miso, balanced by tangy pickled ginger and seasonal vegetables. This japanese-inspired grilling ready in about 23 minutes pairs 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 385 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 oz fresh ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1.5 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup carrots
- 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk miso paste, rice vinegar, sugar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
- Step 2: Thinly slice 1 oz fresh ginger into matchsticks and toss with 1/2 cup water and 1 tbsp rice vinegar; let sit for 15 minutes to pickle.
- Step 3: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
- Step 4: Flip salmon, pour miso glaze evenly over the top, and cook for 3 more minutes until the glaze bubbles and caramelizes slightly.
- Step 5: Arrange broccoli and carrots on a plate, drizzle with 1/2 tbsp soy sauce, and top with pickled ginger. Place salmon on top and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Pickled Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 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 Pickled Ginger?
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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Pickled Ginger?
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 Pickled Ginger 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.
What goes well with Miso-Glazed Salmon with Pickled Ginger?
Japanese grilling 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
