Pan-Seared Miso Glazed Salmon with Sesame Bok Choy

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Salmon fillets pan-seared to a golden crust and glazed with savory miso sauce, served alongside quick sautéed sesame bok choy. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs 6 oz each, skin on salmon fillets, tablespoons white miso paste, tablespoons mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons white miso paste, 2 tablespoons mirin, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon honey to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes without moving until the skin is crisp and golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and brush generously with half the miso glaze. Cook an additional 3 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is caramelized. Remove salmon and keep warm.
  4. Step 4: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil and 2 thinly sliced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add 1 pound halved bok choy and toss for 3-4 minutes until tender crisp.
  5. Step 5: Plate the salmon on a bed of bok choy, drizzle with remaining miso glaze, and garnish with 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Miso Glazed Salmon with Sesame Bok Choy 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 Pan-Seared Miso Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 tablespoons white miso paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Miso Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 Pan-Seared Miso Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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.

What goes well with Pan-Seared Miso Glazed Salmon with Sesame Bok Choy?

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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