Miso-Glazed Sesame Salmon with Bok Choy
Perfectly seared salmon fillets coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze, served atop a bed of tender bok choy with a golden sesame crust. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) 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 420 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 heads bok choy
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tsp toasted sesame oil to make the glaze.
- Step 2: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides generously with miso glaze and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 3: Roast salmon for 12-15 minutes until the edges are crisp and the center is just opaque.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, trim bok choy and cut into 2-inch pieces. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Add 2 heads bok choy and 1 tbsp soy sauce, tossing for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.
- Step 6: Serve roasted salmon over bok choy with extra glaze drizzled on top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Sesame Salmon with Bok Choy take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Sesame Salmon with Bok Choy?
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 Sesame Salmon with Bok Choy?
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 Sesame Salmon with Bok Choy 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.
Is Miso-Glazed Sesame Salmon with Bok Choy 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
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
