How to Cook Miso Salmon (9 Steps)
Miso paste is an extremely versatile condiment that finds a perfect pairing in salmon. This sometimes sweet and always salty paste made from fermented soybeans is ubiquitous in Japanese cuisine and easily propels salmon into a starring role in a simple meal. Make a quick marinade and choose from broiling or grilling to create this quick and complexly flavored dish.
Things You'll Need
- Red or white miso
- Mirin
- Rice vinegar
- Ginger
- Sesame oil
- Fork
- Plastic wrap
- Kitchen thermometer
Create a Marinade
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Make a marinade mixture using 1/4 cup of miso paste, a couple of tablespoons of both mirin and rice vinegar and about a tablespoon of minced ginger. Add a small amount -- around a teaspoon -- of sesame oil to the mixture.
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Use a fork to whisk the mixture together, taking special care to break up any pieces of the miso paste until the mixture forms into a smooth paste.
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Spread the mixture on the flesh of two salmon fillets or steaks. Sprinkle the salmon with a bit of salt and tightly wrap the salmon in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to an hour.
Into the Broiler
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Position your oven rack 6 to 8 inches from your oven's broiler. Preheat the broiler and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
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Place the salmon on the baking sheet. Broil the salmon, flipping once while cooking, until it is golden brown.
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Use an instant-read kitchen thermometer to ensure that the internal temperature of the salmon reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove from the broiler and serve.
On the Grill
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Heat your grill and lightly brush the grate with oil to prevent the salmon from sticking. Create a moderately hot fire for quick cooking.
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Place the salmon on the grill with the skin side down, if using a fillet. Grill for about three minutes on each side until the salmon is lightly browned and cooked through.
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Use an instant-read kitchen thermometer to ensure that the salmon is cooked to an internal temperature of 145 F.
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