Miso Glazed Salmon is a flavourful and healthy dish that combines tender salmon with a savoury-sweet miso glaze. Paired with charred broccolini and fluffy white rice, this meal is both satisfying and nutritious. It's an easy recipe that brings a touch of Japanese cuisine to your dinner table.
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Why you need to make this Miso Glazed Salmon recipe
- Nutritious and Balanced: This dish offers a great balance of protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates, making it a complete meal.
- Quick and Easy: With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Delicious Flavour: The miso glaze provides a rich, umami flavour that enhances the natural taste of the salmon.
Ingredients
- Salmon: A rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein, it’s both nutritious and delicious.
- White miso: Adds a deep, savoury umami flavour that pairs perfectly with salmon.
- Soy sauce: Enhances the umami profile and adds a touch of saltiness.
- Brown sugar: Balances the savoury flavours with a hint of sweetness.
- Lemon: Adds a bright acidity that complements the rich glaze.
- Garlic: Infuses the glaze with a robust, aromatic flavour.
- Broccolini: Provides a fresh, crisp texture and is packed with vitamins.
- Olive oil: Used for grilling the broccolini, adding a subtle richness.
- Salt and pepper: Seasonings that enhance the overall flavours.
- White rice: A neutral, fluffy base that completes the meal.
See recipe card for quantities.
Hint: Keep an eye on the salmon to ensure it remains moist and tender. Overcooking can make it dry.
Substitutions
- Tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- Honey instead of brown sugar for a different sweetness profile.
- Asparagus instead of broccolini for a similar texture and flavour.
Storage
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. To reheat, place the salmon and broccolini on a baking sheet and warm in the oven at 175C for about 10 minutes or until heated through. You can just zap it in the microwave too. Reheat the rice in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water to keep it moist.
Top tip
Cooking the broccolini on high heat until it’s slightly charred adds a delicious smoky flavour and crisp texture.
FAQ
- Can I use a different type of fish? Yes, you can use cod, trout, or any firm white fish instead of salmon.
- How long does the salmon need to marinate? You don’t need to marinate the salmon. Just brush the glaze on before baking.
- Can I cook the broccolini in the oven? Yes, you can roast the broccolini in the oven at 200C for about 10 minutes, turning halfway through.
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Miso Glazed Salmon
Ingredients
- 800g /4 pieces salmon skin off
- 2 tablespoon white miso
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ lemon
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 bunch broccolini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 cups white rice cooked
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200C.
- Mix miso, soy, sugar, lemon and garlic together in a bowl.
- Line a small baking tray with baking paper and place the salmon on the tray then brush with all of the miso and bake for 20 minutes.
- Whilst the salmon is baking, bring a pan to high heat. Add the broccoli to the pan and drizzle with oil, salt and pepper and grill on high for 5 or so minutes until the broccolini is charcoaled in some spots.
- Serve the broccolini and salmon with some cooked white rice and enjoy!
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