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Miso Marinated Salmon

Savory Miso Marinated Salmon for Easy Weeknight Meals

This Miso Marinated Salmon recipe is a flavorful five-ingredient dish that’s perfect for quick weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 17 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 tbsp Miso Paste Use any white or yellow miso for best results.
  • 2 tbsp Mirin Substitute with 1 tbsp rice vinegar + 1/2 tsp sugar/honey if unavailable.
  • 2 tbsp Sake Swap with 1 part rice vinegar + 3 parts water, or use broth.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar No substitutions needed.
For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Filet Rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Oven
  • Small pot
  • Glass storage dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small pot, combine the mirin, sake, sugar, and miso paste. Whisk until smooth, then heat over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until aromatic.
  2. Allow the marinade to cool to room temperature, then pour it over the salmon in a storage dish, ensuring it is fully submerged. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F or oven to 425°F, preparing as necessary.
  4. After marinating, pat the salmon dry with paper towels to achieve a nice sear.
  5. For air frying, cook the salmon at 400°F for about 12 minutes until flaky.
  6. For baking, arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, optionally broiling for 1-2 minutes for a caramelized finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 2gCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pat the salmon dry for a crispier texture and ensure the pieces aren't overcrowded while cooking.

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