Sake-Glazed Miso Salmon with Ginger Scallion
A perfectly balanced Japanese dish where rich miso paste and honjozo sake create a luscious glaze that caramelizes beautifully on wild-caught salmon fillets. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 29 minutes pairs salmon fillets, white miso paste, honjozo sake for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 12 oz salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 3 tbsp honjozo sake
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 4 medium, thinly sliced scallions
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 3 tbsp honjozo sake, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger in a small bowl until smooth. Place 12 oz salmon fillets skin-side down in a shallow dish and brush evenly with 2 tbsp of the miso glaze.
- Step 2: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the salmon in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush remaining glaze over the top, then scatter 4 thinly sliced scallions over the fillets.
- Step 3: Bake for 12-14 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, basting once with pan juices halfway through. Drizzle with 1 tsp sesame oil while still hot and serve over 2 cups cooked rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sake-Glazed Miso Salmon with Ginger Scallion take to make?
Total time is about 29 minutes (15 min prep + 14 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 Sake-Glazed Miso Salmon with Ginger Scallion?
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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sake-Glazed Miso Salmon with Ginger Scallion?
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 Sake-Glazed Miso Salmon with Ginger Scallion for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Sake-Glazed Miso Salmon with Ginger Scallion?
Japanese asian 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
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Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
