Miso-Glazed Salmon with Black Garlic Forbidden Rice
This dish features succulent salmon fillets coated in a savory and slightly sweet miso glaze, pan-seared to perfection. It's served alongside nutty forbidden rice infused with the deep, umami notes of black garlic for a truly unique Japanese-inspired meal. The contrasting textures and rich flavors make this an elegant yet approachable dinner.

Prep Time
45 min
Difficulty
Medium
Servings
2
Calories
550 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the forbidden rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 1.75 cups of water, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, or until water is absorbed.
~28 min - 2
While the rice cooks, prepare the miso glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil until smooth. Finely mince the black garlic cloves and add them to the miso mixture, stirring to combine.
~5 min - 3
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush half of the miso glaze generously over the top of each salmon fillet.
~1 min - 4
Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral cooking oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Carefully place the glazed salmon fillets, skin-side down (if applicable), into the hot pan.
~2 min - 5
Sear the salmon for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown. Flip the salmon and brush the remaining miso glaze over the seared side. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Be careful not to burn the glaze.
~8 min - 6
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork. Serve the miso-glazed salmon immediately over a bed of the black garlic forbidden rice.
~1 min
Tips
- For an extra boost of flavor, you can broil the salmon for the last minute or two of cooking to caramelize the glaze even further. Watch it closely to prevent burning.
- Leftover forbidden rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It reheats well and is delicious on its own or as a side dish.
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