Name: 10-Minute Miso Salmon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ¼ cup white miso paste; ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar; 1 tablespoon ginger paste; 1 tablespoon sesame oil (toasted or non-toasted); 1 tablespoon mirin; ½ teaspoon white pepper; 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, skin-off; Sesame seeds & sliced scallions (optional, for garnish)

Description

This 10-Minute Miso Salmon recipe is a quick, flavorful, and healthy way to enjoy restaurant-quality salmon at home. With a sweet and savory miso glaze, tender salmon fillets cook perfectly in just 10 minutes using an air fryer or oven broiler. This dish is ideal for busy weeknights or a special dinner, and it pairs beautifully with rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Ingredients

Miso Marinade:

¼ cup white miso paste

¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce

2 tablespoons packed brown sugar

1 tablespoon ginger paste

1 tablespoon sesame oil (toasted or non-toasted)

1 tablespoon mirin

½ teaspoon white pepper

Salmon:

4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, skin-off

Sesame seeds & sliced scallions (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Prep the Marinade
In a medium bowl, whisk together miso paste, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger paste, sesame oil, mirin, and white pepper until smooth and well combined.
Marinate the Salmon
Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or container. Pour the marinade over the fillets and gently coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to penetrate.
Preheat the Cooker
Air Fryer: Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
Oven Broiler: Position the oven rack in the center and preheat the broiler to high. Line a baking sheet with foil.
Cook the Salmon
Air Fryer: Remove salmon from marinade and place fillets in the basket, leaving space between them. Brush lightly with leftover marinade if desired. Cook for 9–10 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
Oven Broiler: Place salmon on the foil-lined baking sheet. Brush off excess marinade and broil for 8–10 minutes until tender and flaky.
Serve
Plate immediately with your choice of sides. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions if desired. Serve warm with rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Notes

Air Fryer Tip: Ensure fillets are not crowded in the basket for even cooking.
Broiler Tip: Watch closely while broiling; miso can burn quickly.
Side Pairings: Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, sautéed greens, or a crisp salad.
Miso Variety: White miso gives a sweeter flavor; red miso works for a deeper umami taste.

Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 2 hours marinating)
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American