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Miso Butter Salmon

Miso Butter Salmon: A Quick & Flavorful Dinner Delight

Miso Butter Salmon blends flaky salmon with a unique miso compound butter, creating a rich, umami-packed dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 12 oz Salmon fillets Main protein source; for best quality, choose wild-caught salmon.
For the Miso Butter
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter Provides richness.
  • 3 tablespoons White miso paste Adds umami; regular miso can be substituted.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar Balances flavors.
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh ginger Grated, adds aromatic flair.
  • 1-2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions Sliced thin; use for garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air Fryer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Medium Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine 6 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter, 3 tablespoons of white miso paste, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of grated fresh ginger, and 1-2 minced garlic cloves. Mix until well blended and creamy to create the miso butter.
  2. Place 6 oz salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread the miso butter evenly over the top of each fillet.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the salmon for about 12-15 minutes until opaque.
  4. For the air fryer method, preheat to 400°F (200°C), arrange salmon in basket, and cook for 9-10 minutes.
  5. Transfer cooked salmon to a platter, drizzle with remaining miso butter, and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 6ozCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow salmon to reach room temperature for about 15 minutes before cooking, and keep an eye on broiling to avoid burning. Miso paste can be stored properly in the fridge for freshness, and extra miso butter can enhance various dishes.

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