Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiitake Mushrooms
Salmon fillets glazed with savory miso and sesame, served atop caramelized shiitake mushrooms. This japanese-inspired whole30 (gluten-free) ready in about 22 minutes pairs salmon fillets, shiitake mushrooms, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 1, 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
- 8 oz salmon fillets
- 4 oz shiitake mushrooms
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon dry and season with 1/4 tsp garlic powder. Slice shiitake mushrooms into 1/4-inch thick pieces.
- Step 2: Whisk miso paste, 1 tsp sesame oil, rice vinegar, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 3: Heat avocado oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender.
- Step 4: Place salmon skin-side down on the skillet, spooning miso glaze over top. Cook for 6-7 minutes until salmon is opaque and glaze is slightly caramelized, flipping once halfway.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiitake Mushrooms take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Shiitake Mushrooms?
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 Shiitake Mushrooms?
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 Shiitake Mushrooms for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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.
Is Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiitake Mushrooms gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
I've tried many whole30 recipes and this is hands down the best.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
