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Miso-Glazed Salmon and Shiitake Breakfast Bowl

A deeply savory and umami-rich breakfast bowl featuring pan-seared salmon with a sweet and salty miso glaze, nestled alongside earthy shiitake mushrooms and fluffy steamed rice. This dish offers a satisfying and nutritious start to your day, combining traditional Japanese flavors with a breakfast-friendly format.

Miso-Glazed Salmon and Shiitake Breakfast Bowl

Prep Time

35 min

Difficulty

Medium

Servings

2

Calories

450 kcal

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, sesame oil, and grated ginger to create the glaze. Set aside.

    ~3 min
  2. 2

    Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Lightly season with salt and pepper if desired.

    ~2 min
  3. 3

    Heat the non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.

    ~7 min
  4. 4

    Push the mushrooms to one side of the pan. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if applicable) in the cleared space. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crisp.

    ~4 min
  5. 5

    Flip the salmon fillets and brush the miso glaze generously over the top of each fillet. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze is caramelized.

    ~5 min
  6. 6

    Warm the cooked rice if necessary. Divide the rice into two serving bowls.

    ~2 min
  7. 7

    Top the rice with the glazed salmon and sautéed shiitake mushrooms. Garnish with sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds.

    ~1 min

Tips

  • For an extra layer of flavor, you can add a splash of sake to the mushroom sauté.
  • This dish can be prepared with other types of fish or even firm tofu for a vegetarian option.

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