Miso-Glazed Salmon with Yuzu
A delicate Japanese dish featuring silky salmon glazed with umami-rich miso and zesty yuzu, finished with a hint of sweetness. This japanese-inspired quick meals ready in about 25 minutes pairs salmon fillet, white miso, yuzu juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 4 oz salmon fillet
- 1 tbsp white miso
- 1 tsp yuzu juice
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp mirin
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 oz salmon fillet skin-side down and sear for 3-4 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for 2 minutes.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp white miso, 1 tsp yuzu juice, 1 tsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp mirin until smooth. Spoon the glaze over the salmon and cook for 1 minute until glossy.
- Step 3: Serve immediately, garnished with microgreens or edible flowers.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Yuzu take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Yuzu?
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 fillet from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Yuzu?
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 Yuzu 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.
What goes well with Miso-Glazed Salmon with Yuzu?
Japanese quick meals 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
- ★★★★★
Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
