Miso Glazed Salmon

Prep: 5

Cook: 10

Total Time: 15

Yield: 4 servings

Course: Entree

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 318kcal

Quick and easy miso salmon recipe combining the savory flavor of miso paste with succulent, fatty salmon fillets.

Heat Oven - Set the oven rack to the lowest position. Heat on the high broil setting. Line a large baking sheet with foil. Lightly drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
Make the Glaze - In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, miso, hot water, and soy sauce. Set aside.
Glaze the Salmon - Season both sides of the fillets with salt and pepper. Arrange them at least 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon or brush about 1 tablespoon of miso glaze over the surface and sides of each fillet. Reserve the remaining glaze.
Broil - Broil the salmon on the lowest rack for 5 minutes. Remove and add more glaze to the surface. Broil for 3 minutes, then glaze one more time. Broil until the fish flakes easily with a fork, and reaches an internal temperature reaches between 135 to 140ºF (57 to 60ºC) on an instant-read thermometer, about 2 minutes depending on thickness.
Serve - Transfer to a serving platter or dish. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Using Skin On Salmon: Broil the fillets with the skin on. Remove them before serving.
Miso Selection: White or yellow miso can be substituted for red miso. The flavor will be milder, less savory, and sweeter.
Substituting Brown Sugar: Honey or pure maple syrup can be used. Omit the added water.
Roasting: Set oven to 525ºF (274ºC) if there is no broiling setting.
Wild Salmon: Requires shorter cooking time because it is leaner. Check between 7 to 8 minutes for doneness.
Storing: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Reheating: Cover and microwave on high setting in 15 to 30-second increments until hot.

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