Savory Broiled Miso Salmon that Melts in Your Mouth

Enjoy delicious Broiled Miso Salmon with a rich umami flavor and a delightful caramelized crust.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Marination Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

2 pieces Salmon fillets about 6 ounces each, skin-on recommended
3 tablespoons White miso paste for marinade

For the Marinade

2 tablespoons Mirin
2 tablespoons Sake
2 tablespoons Soy sauce
1 tablespoon Sugar
1 tablespoon Sesame oil
1 tablespoon Fresh ginger finely grated

For Garnish

2 tablespoons Green onions thinly sliced
Toasted sesame seeds optional
2 wedge Lemon wedges

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
small bowl
Whisk
Plastic wrap

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the marinade by whisking together the white miso paste, mirin, sake, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and ginger until smooth.
Marinate the salmon fillets in the mixture in a shallow dish or resealable bag for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the broiler in your oven to high and position the rack 6 inches from the heat source.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
Arrange the marinated salmon skin-side down on the baking sheet.
Broil the salmon for 8-10 minutes, monitoring for a caramelized crust.
Garnish the cooked salmon with green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, allow the salmon to marinate longer. Adjust broiling time based on fillet thickness.

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