Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Soba Noodles and Scallions

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Pan-seared salmon glazed with a savory miso sauce served over nutty sesame soba noodles tossed with scallions and toasted sesame seeds. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 25 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 520 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp brown sugar until smooth to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry 4 salmon fillets and sear skin-side down for 4 minutes until crispy. Flip salmon and brush each fillet generously with the miso glaze. Cook an additional 3 minutes until the glaze is caramelized and salmon is cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook 8 oz soba noodles according to package instructions (usually 5-6 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  4. Step 4: Toss the soba noodles with 2 tbsp sesame oil and 4 thinly sliced green onions until evenly coated.
  5. Step 5: Serve the miso-glazed salmon on a bed of sesame soba noodles and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top for a nutty crunch.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Soba Noodles and Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Sesame Soba Noodles and Scallions?

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 Sesame Soba Noodles and Scallions?

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 Soba Noodles and Scallions 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 Soba Noodles and Scallions?

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.

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