Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Soy Broccoli

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Tender salmon fillets pan-seared and coated with a savory-sweet miso glaze, paired with crisp-tender broccoli sautéed in a ginger-soy sauce. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 30 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 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger until smooth. Brush this glaze evenly over 4 salmon fillets.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and the glaze caramelizes.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the fish is just cooked through and flakes easily.
  4. Step 4: While salmon cooks, heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in another skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 4 cups broccoli florets, sautéing for 5-6 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1 tbsp soy sauce and cook for another minute until broccoli is coated and fragrant. Sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds over broccoli before serving alongside the miso-glazed salmon.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Soy Broccoli 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 Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Soy Broccoli?

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 Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Soy Broccoli?

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 Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Soy Broccoli 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 Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Soy Broccoli?

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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