Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Ginger Broccoli and Rice
Flaky salmon fillets glazed with a sweet miso sauce, served with steamed broccoli and fluffy jasmine rice. A restaurant-quality meal made simple. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 45 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 550 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
- 1 lb salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 cups broccoli
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1.5 cups water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 1 cup jasmine rice with 1.5 cups water in a rice cooker until fluffy, about 18 minutes. Set aside.
- Step 2: Whisk 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
- Step 3: Steam 2 cups broccoli florets in a skillet with 2 tbsp water for 5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high. Place 1 lb salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until skin is crisp. Flip, brush with 2 tbsp miso mixture, and cook 4-5 minutes more until opaque.
- Step 5: Divide cooked rice among plates. Top with salmon and broccoli. Drizzle with remaining miso glaze and sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Ginger Broccoli and Rice take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Sesame-Ginger Broccoli and 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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Ginger Broccoli and 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 Sesame-Ginger Broccoli and 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 Sesame-Ginger Broccoli and Rice?
Japanese asian 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
- ★★★★★
The salmon was perfectly glazed and the broccoli was a great side. My kids loved it!
- ★★★★★
Loved the balance of flavors. The sesame-ginger broccoli was a hit.
- ★★★★☆
The miso glaze was delicious, but the broccoli was a bit too salty.
