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Miso-Glazed Salmon with Edamame and Pickled Ginger Rice

Tender, flaky salmon fillets are coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze and broiled to perfection. Served atop fluffy sushi rice infused with the bright tang of pickled ginger and the fresh crunch of edamame, this dish offers a harmonious blend of textures and umami flavors.

Miso-Glazed Salmon with Edamame and Pickled Ginger Rice

Prep Time

30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Servings

4

Calories

450 kcal

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat broiler. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

    ~5 min
  2. 2

    In a small mixing bowl, whisk together miso paste, mirin, sake, honey, and soy sauce to create the glaze.

    ~3 min
  3. 3

    Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking tray.

    ~1 min
  4. 4

    Generously brush the miso glaze over the salmon fillets.

    ~2 min
  5. 5

    Broil the salmon for 8-12 minutes, or until cooked through and the glaze is caramelized. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.

    ~10 min
  6. 6

    While the salmon broils, cook the sushi rice according to package directions. Typically, this involves rinsing the rice, then simmering it with water in a saucepan for about 15-20 minutes, followed by a resting period.

    ~20 min
  7. 7

    Once the rice is cooked, gently stir in the shelled edamame and chopped pickled ginger.

    ~2 min
  8. 8

    Serve the miso-glazed salmon over the edamame and pickled ginger rice. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

    ~1 min

Tips

  • For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the miso glaze for at least 15 minutes before broiling, but no longer than 30 minutes to avoid the salt in the miso curing the fish.
  • You can substitute the sake with dry sherry or even a bit of rice vinegar if sake is not readily available.

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