Description
This restaurant-quality Easy Miso Salmon is a perfect weeknight solution that comes together in less than 30 minutes. The dish features tender, flaky salmon fillets coated in a savory-sweet glaze of white miso, honey, and bright lime. By using a quick broil method, the fish develops a beautiful caramelized finish while staying moist inside. It is a healthy, protein-packed meal that is as simple to make as it is impressive to serve.
Ingredients
4 (6 oz each) skinless salmon fillets (about 3/4-inch thick)
3 Tbsp white miso paste
1 Tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 1/2 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp avocado oil or peanut oil
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp lime zest
1 tsp finely grated ginger
1 tsp finely minced garlic
1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
2 Tbsp sliced green onions (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Marinate
Place your salmon fillets into a resealable gallon-size bag. In a separate bowl, whisk together the miso paste, soy sauce, honey, oil, lime juice, lime zest, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Reserve exactly 1 1/2 tablespoons of this marinade in the fridge for later. Pour the rest into the bag with the fish, seal it while pressing out the air, and let it marinate for 30 to 60 minutes.
Step 2: Broil to Perfection
Preheat your broiler for 3 minutes, with the rack set about 7 inches from the heat source. Place the marinated salmon on a greased baking sheet. Broil for 5 to 6 minutes. If the thin ends of the salmon start to brown too quickly, tent them with a piece of foil to ensure even cooking.
Step 3: Finishing Touches
Remove the tray from the oven. Brush the reserved marinade over the hot fish to give it a fresh, glossy finish. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Pro Tips
- Do not marinate for longer than an hour, as the acid in the lime and the enzymes in the miso can change the texture of the fish.
- Always use a piece of foil to cover any parts of the fillet that seem to be charring faster than the rest.
- If using thicker fillets, you can move the rack lower in the oven to ensure the center cooks through while the glaze caramelizes.
- Let the salmon sit for 2 minutes after removing from the broiler; this helps the glaze set beautifully.
Notes
Ensure you use white miso paste for a milder flavor rather than red miso. For a different citrus profile, lemon or yuzu can be used instead of lime. For best results, use fresh ginger and garlic to maintain the depth of the flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg