8-Minute Broiled Miso Salmon! (Tender & Flaky)
This Miso Salmon recipe is sweet and savory, but perfectly balanced, and best served with white rice and blistered veggies. Broil fresh salmon fillets after a quick marinade, making this easy enough for weeknights, but special enough to impress friends and family! Dairy-free, Gluten-free (with slight adaption)
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 383kcal
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Equipment
Container with lid large enough to fit salmon or large Ziplock bag
Nonstick cooking spray
Ingredients
- ¼ cup (60g) white miso paste
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar though maple syrup or honey can be used instead
- ¼ cup (60ml) mirin
- 2 Tbsp (35ml) low-sodium soy sauce or tamari, if gluten-free
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) sesame oil
- 2 tsp ginger paste or fresh chopped ginger
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets skin on or off
- Recommended for serving: thinly sliced scallions, black and white sesame seeds, and cilantro
Instructions
- Make the marinade. Place ¼ cup (60g) white miso paste, ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar, ¼ cup (60ml) mirin, 2 Tbsp (35ml) soy sauce, 1 Tbsp (15ml) sesame oil, and 2 tsp ginger paste in a mixing bowl, then whisk well.
- Marinate the salmon. Place salmon fillets in a large tupperware or in a large Ziplock bag. Reserve 2 Tbsp marinade, then pour the rest on top of the fish. Seal, then marinate for 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- Cook the salmon. When ready, preheat the broiler to high, then coat a sheet of parchment or aluminum foil with cooking spray. If using parchment, make sure it lies flat so that it doesn't touch the heating unit once in the oven. Place the marinated salmon fillets skin side down, allowing excess marinade to drip off. If the marinade is thick, you can rub the excess marinade off with your hands, then place the fillets on the sheet pan. Broil the salmon for 6-8 minutes, rotating the pan once halfway through, or until the internal temperature of the fish reaches 125°F (52°C).
- Finish, then serve. Brush the fillets with the remaining marinade, then serve immediately with thinly sliced scallions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Tips: Parchment paper is flammable—use caution when broiling and keep it flat. Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt.
- Storage & reheating: Refrigerate leftovers airtight for 4–5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave (~1 minute).
- Freezing: Freeze cooked salmon in a single layer until solid, then store airtight up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1fillet | Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 1118mg | Potassium: 898mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 83IU | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg
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