Sake-Infused Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso
Salmon fillets caramelized with honjozo sake and white miso, finished with fresh shiso leaves for a delicate umami finish. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs salmon fillets, honjozo sake, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 1, 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
- 6 oz salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp honjozo sake
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 4 shiso leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 2 tbsp honjozo sake, 1 tbsp white miso paste, and 1 tsp rice vinegar in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 2: Pat 6 oz salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then brush both sides with the miso-sake mixture.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering, then add salmon skin-side down. Cook for 4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 2 minutes more.
- Step 4: Brush with remaining sauce and cook 1 minute until glaze bubbles and thickens, then transfer to a plate and top with 4 fresh shiso leaves.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sake-Infused Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (15 min prep + 7 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-Infused Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso?
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-Infused Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso?
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-Infused Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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-Infused Miso-Glazed Salmon with Shiso?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My family loved the miso-glazed salmon! The shiso gave a wonderful herbal note. Made it for guests and they were impressed.
- ★★★★★
This recipe is a keeper! The sake infusion made the salmon so aromatic. Shiso is a must.
- ★★★★☆
The glaze was slightly bland, but the salmon was perfectly cooked. Would add more sake next time.
