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Crispy Miso Glazed Salmon

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A quick and easy dinner recipe featuring salmon fillets glazed with a sweet-savory miso mixture, pan-seared to crispy perfection and topped with toasted sesame seeds.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (6 ounces / 170 g each), preferably wild-caught
  • 3 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (canola or avocado oil recommended)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons white miso paste, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Pat dry 4 skin-on salmon fillets with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Lightly score the skin with a sharp knife to prevent curling during cooking.
  3. Using a pastry brush or the back of a spoon, slather a generous layer of miso glaze over the top (flesh) side of each salmon fillet. Do not glaze the skin side.
  4. Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  5. Place salmon skin-side down in the hot pan. Press gently with a spatula to keep the skin flat. Cook for 5-6 minutes without moving to crisp the skin.
  6. Flip carefully and cook the glazed side for 2 minutes until the glaze caramelizes and develops a golden crust.
  7. While salmon cooks, toast 1 tablespoon sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant and lightly browned, watching closely to avoid burning.
  8. Remove salmon from the pan, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top, and serve immediately with steamed rice or greens.

Notes

Pat salmon skin dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Use medium-high heat to avoid burning the glaze. Score the skin to prevent curling. Apply glaze only on the flesh side to prevent burning. Toast sesame seeds separately for best flavor. Salmon continues cooking after removal; pull off heat just before fully done for juicy results. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. For vegan option, use firm tofu instead of salmon and marinate in the same glaze.

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