Simmered Miso-Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy

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Salmon fillets glazed in savory-sweet miso sauce served over steamed bok choy for a balanced meal. This japanese-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 22 minutes pairs each, skin-on salmon fillets, bunch, quartered bok choy, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk miso paste, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, and garlic in a small bowl until smooth. Add water and stir until fully incorporated.
  2. Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush half the miso glaze over the top of each fillet.
  3. Step 3: Arrange bok choy around salmon and brush with remaining glaze. Bake at 400°F for 12 minutes, or until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Step 4: Let salmon rest for 3 minutes before serving, spooning any pan juices over the top and bok choy.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Simmered Miso-Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Simmered Miso-Glazed Salmon with 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 each, skin-on salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Simmered Miso-Glazed Salmon with 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 Simmered Miso-Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy 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.

Is Simmered Miso-Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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