Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-09 · Updated 2026-07-09

Rich salmon fillets pan-seared and brushed with a savory miso glaze, served alongside sautéed sesame spinach for a balanced Asian-inspired dinner. This Japanese seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, white miso paste, and 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 salmon fillets, 6 oz each
• 3 tablespoons white miso paste
• 1 tablespoon mirin
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons white miso paste, 1 tablespoon mirin, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon brown sugar; whisk until smooth to create the glaze.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and brush each generously with the miso glaze on all sides. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tablespoons 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 golden.
4. Step 4: Flip the fillets and cook for another 3 minutes, basting occasionally with remaining glaze, until salmon is cooked through and flaky.
5. Step 5: Meanwhile, heat 2 teaspoons sesame oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add 1 minced garlic clove and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Step 6: Add 6 cups fresh spinach leaves and stir for 2-3 minutes until wilted but still vibrant green. Season lightly with salt if desired.
7. Step 7: Plate the salmon atop the sautéed spinach and sprinkle 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.