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Miso Salmon with Caramelized Glaze Recipe

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This Miso Salmon recipe offers a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner featuring tender salmon fillets glazed with a savory-sweet miso mixture made from red miso paste, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and vinegar. The salmon is baked and then broiled to achieve a perfectly caramelized, slightly charred finish, making it a delicious, restaurant-quality meal ready in just over 30 minutes. Served best over steamed rice and vegetables, this dish combines traditional Asian flavors with ease and speed.

  • Total Time: 32 minutes (including 15 minutes marinating)
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Salmon and Glaze

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 3 tablespoons red miso paste
  • 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • ½ tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1½ tablespoons vinegar (rice vinegar preferred)

Garnish (optional)

  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Chopped green onion/scallion

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and position the rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Make the Miso Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together red miso paste, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and vinegar until fully combined and smooth. Taste the glaze and adjust sweetness by adding more brown sugar if desired.
  3. Bake the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Generously brush each fillet with the miso glaze, reserving some glaze for later. Bake at 400°F for 6 to 8 minutes, allowing the glaze to seep in and the salmon to cook through gently.
  4. Broil to Finish: Switch your oven setting to broil on high. Brush the salmon with the remaining glaze and broil for an additional 4 to 6 minutes. This step caramelizes the glaze and produces a slightly charred, flavorful crust. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
  5. Check Doneness and Serve: Use a food thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 120–125°F for medium or 130°F for well-done but moist salmon. Remove from oven, garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions, and serve hot over rice or your favorite vegetables.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of brown sugar in the glaze to control sweetness.
  • If you prefer a stronger miso flavor, add a bit more miso paste while mixing the glaze.
  • Baking first then broiling ensures the salmon cooks evenly while achieving a caramelized glaze finish.
  • Use skin-on salmon fillets to help keep the fish moist during cooking.
  • Letting the salmon rest for a few minutes after cooking will help juices redistribute.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, marinate the salmon in the glaze for 15 minutes before baking.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian, Japanese

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/miso-salmon-with-caramelized-glaze-recipe/