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Broiled Miso Salmon

Broiled Miso Salmon: Quick Umami-Packed Delight Tonight

Enjoy Broiled Miso Salmon, a quick and healthy dish that delivers an umami-packed explosion of flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 2 fillets Salmon Other firm and fatty fish like trout or sea bass can be used.
  • 1/4 cup White Miso Paste Essential for the marinade's depth.
  • 1 tbsp Mirin Replace with a mix of white wine and sugar if unavailable.
  • 2 tbsp Sake Can use rice vinegar mixed with a splash of wine.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Can reduce for a less sweet marinade.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (grated)
Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions (sliced)
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds Optional.
  • Lemon Wedges For serving, optional.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together white miso paste, mirin, sake, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and grated fresh ginger until smooth and well-combined.
  2. Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the miso marinade over them, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven's broiler to high about 10 minutes before cooking.
  4. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat it with oil or non-stick cooking spray.
  5. Remove the salmon fillets from the marinade and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Broil the salmon for 8-10 minutes until opaque and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  7. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate the salmon longer, up to 2 hours. Ensure to check the salmon reaches at least 145°F for safe consumption.

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