Description
This Miso Maple Amber Brush salmon glaze recipe offers a rich, sweet-savory flavor, transforming ordinary salmon into a moist, flaky dish with a beautiful caramelized finish. It is an easy and healthy dinner idea perfect for busy weeknights, promising a family feast on the table fast.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp white miso paste (30g)
- 3 Tbsp maple syrup (45ml), amber or dark robust grade
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (30ml)
- 1 Tbsp rice vinegar (15ml)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (5g), grated
- 1 clove garlic (5g), minced
- 4–6 salmon fillets, 6 oz (170g) each, skin-on or skinless
Instructions
- Prep Your Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 Tbsp white miso paste, 3 Tbsp maple syrup, 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 clove minced garlic until smooth and slightly thick.
- Pat Salmon Dry: Gently pat 4-6 salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels to ensure the glaze adheres well.
- Glaze and Marinate: Brush a generous amount of the Miso Maple Amber Brush glaze over all sides of the salmon. For deeper flavor, marinate in the fridge for 15-30 minutes. Reserve at least one-quarter of the glaze for basting and serving.
- Cook Your Salmon: Cook using your preferred method until salmon flakes easily and reaches 145F (63C) internal temperature. (Bake: Preheat oven to 400F (200C). Place salmon on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes, brushing with reserved glaze during the last 5 minutes until caramelized. Pan-Sear: Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until crispy. Flip, brush with glaze, and cook for another 3-5 minutes, basting occasionally. Broil: Place salmon on a foil-lined baking sheet, 6-8 inches from heat. Broil for 8-12 minutes, basting with glaze in the last few minutes until caramelized and bubbly.)
- Rest and Serve: Let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes before serving to redistribute juices. Drizzle with any remaining (optionally warmed) glaze for extra flavor.
Notes
Consider substitutions like honey for maple syrup or tamari/coconut aminos for soy sauce. Add Sriracha for a spicy kick or lime/orange juice for citrus brightness. Garnish with fresh chopped green onions or toasted sesame seeds for added texture and flavor. If the glaze is too thin after cooking, simmer the reserved glaze to reduce it; ensure salmon is not overcooked by checking for flakiness earlier.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Pan-Searing, Broiling
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approx 170g)
- Calories: 380 calories
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: salmon glaze, miso, maple, easy dinner, healthy, quick meal prep, family friendly, baking, pan searing, broiling