Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Rice

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Tender salmon fillets coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze served over fluffy sesame-scallion rice make for a flavorful and balanced Japanese meal. This japanese-inspired japanese 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 450 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.

★ 4.6 (10 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp sugar until smooth and glossy.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and spread the miso glaze evenly over the top of each fillet. Place the fillets on a lined baking sheet skin-side down and bake for 12-14 minutes until the salmon is just cooked and the glaze is caramelized.
  3. Step 3: While the salmon bakes, heat 2 tsp sesame oil in a large bowl and toss with 3 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice until evenly coated. Stir in 3 thinly sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for a fragrant, nutty side.
  4. Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and quickly sear the salmon skin for 1-2 minutes to crisp it, if desired. Serve the miso-glazed salmon over the sesame scallion rice immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame 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 Scallion and Sesame 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame 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 Scallion and Sesame 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.

What goes well with Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Rice?

Japanese japanese 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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