Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Soy Noodles
Pan-seared salmon glazed with savory miso paired with tender noodles tossed in a nutty sesame-soy dressing. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets, white miso paste, soy sauce 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.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2, thinly sliced scallions
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tbsp honey until smooth to create the glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry 4 salmon fillets and place skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4 minutes until edges are crispy.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon and brush the top with half of the miso glaze. Cook another 3 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and glaze is caramelized. Remove from heat.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook 8 oz soba noodles according to package instructions (about 5-6 minutes) until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Step 5: In a large bowl, toss the noodles with 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, and 2 thinly sliced scallions until evenly coated.
- Step 6: Serve the miso-glazed salmon over the sesame-soy noodles, spooning remaining glaze over if desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Soy Noodles 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-Soy Noodles?
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 Sesame-Soy Noodles?
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-Soy Noodles 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-Soy Noodles?
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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