Description
Miso Butter Salmon is a delectable dish that brings together sweet and savory flavors in a tender, flaky fish. With just a hint of char and a rich miso butter glaze, this recipe is perfect for any occasion—be it a busy weeknight or a special family gathering. It’s an impressive yet simple dish that your friends and family will rave about. Enjoy the ease of preparation with options to bake or air fry, making it versatile for any kitchen setup. Garnished with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds, this meal not only tastes fantastic but also looks stunning on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 1–2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp green onions (sliced thin)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter, miso paste, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and green onions until smooth.
- Evenly spread the miso butter mixture over each salmon fillet.
- For baking: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), place salmon in a baking dish, and bake for 12-15 minutes until opaque.
- For air frying: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook fillets for about 9-10 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve garnished with extra miso butter, green onions, and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 357
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 109mg