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Crispy Miso Glazed Salmon

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A quick and easy recipe featuring salmon fillets pan-seared to crispy perfection and coated with a sticky, sweet, and savory miso glaze. Perfect for weeknights or dinner parties, this dish balances umami and sweetness with a caramelized crust and tender, flaky flesh.

Ingredients

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  • 2 salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together white miso paste, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger if using. Set aside for about 5 minutes to let flavors meld.
  2. Pat salmon dry thoroughly with paper towels, especially the skin side. Lightly season both sides with salt.
  3. Heat a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil and heat until hot but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  4. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet, pressing gently for about 10 seconds to prevent curling. Cook without moving for 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp and golden brown.
  5. Carefully flip the fillets using a fish spatula. Immediately brush the top side with the miso glaze. Cook for 2-3 minutes until salmon is cooked through but still moist inside.
  6. During the last minute, brush another layer of glaze over the salmon to build a sticky, shiny coating. Spoon any excess glaze from the pan over the fillets.
  7. Remove salmon from skillet and let rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Pat salmon skin dry thoroughly for best crispiness. Use a fish spatula to flip gently without breaking fillets. Apply glaze lightly at first to avoid burning sugars, then add a thicker coat near the end for a sticky finish. Adjust cooking time for thicker fillets and consider covering loosely with foil after flipping if very thick. Leftovers reheat best gently in a non-stick pan over low heat to preserve crisp skin.

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Keywords: salmon, miso glaze, crispy salmon, pan-seared salmon, sticky glaze, easy dinner, seafood, healthy recipe

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