Japanese Miso-Glazed Salmon with Rice

Ingredients

• 2 fillets salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp white or yellow miso paste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp rice vinegar(optional)
• 1 tsp sesame oil(optional)
• 1 clove garlic(optional)
• 1 tsp fresh ginger(optional)
• 1 cup cooked rice (warm)
• 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
• 1 tsp neutral oil (for pan-searing)(optional)
• 2 tbsp water(optional)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Pat salmon dry and season lightly with black pepper. In a small bowl, whisk miso paste, soy sauce, honey, and (if using) rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Add 1–2 tbsp water if you want a looser glaze.

2. 2

   Cook (15 minutes): Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add neutral oil if pan-searing. Sear salmon 3–4 minutes per side until just cooked through (or broil 6–8 minutes, depending on thickness).

3. 3

   Glaze: During the last 1–2 minutes of cooking, brush or spoon the miso glaze over the salmon. Return to heat just until glossy and slightly caramelized.

4. 4

   Serve: Divide warm rice between plates. Top with salmon and spoon any remaining glaze over. Toss greens with a splash of water (or a drizzle of sesame oil if desired) and serve on the side.