Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso and Daikon Salad
Tender salmon fillets glazed with a savory-sweet miso sauce, paired with a refreshing daikon and shiso leaf salad for a balanced Japanese-inspired meal. This japanese-inspired sushi ready in about 30 minutes pairs 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 350 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 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sake
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 cup grated daikon radish
- 8 leaves, thinly sliced shiso leaves
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- to taste salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sake, and 1 tsp sugar until smooth and glossy.
- Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets and brush each with the miso glaze on the skin side. Let them marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and browned.
- Step 4: Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through and the glaze caramelizes slightly.
- Step 5: Meanwhile, combine 1 cup grated daikon radish, 8 thinly sliced shiso leaves, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and salt to taste in a bowl. Toss gently to combine.
- Step 6: Serve each salmon fillet topped with a sprinkle of 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds alongside a generous portion of the daikon-shiso salad.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso and Daikon Salad take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 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 Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso and Daikon Salad?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso and Daikon Salad?
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 Shiso and Daikon Salad 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 Shiso and Daikon Salad?
Japanese sushi 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
- ★★★★★
This recipe is a game-changer! My family loved the miso glaze and the shiso salad was the perfect fresh note.
- ★★★★★
This is my new favorite salmon recipe. The shiso and daikon salad was a refreshing contrast to the rich salmon.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a weeknight dinner. The salmon was cooked to perfection and the glaze was sticky-sweet. Made it for my husband and he said it was restaurant quality!
