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Miso Butter Salmon

Miso Butter Salmon: Effortless Flavor for Your Weeknight Dinner

Enjoy the delightful fusion of sweet and umami with Miso Butter Salmon, a quick weeknight dinner that impresses.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 6 oz Salmon fillets Choose high-quality, wild-caught salmon for the best flavor and texture.
For the Miso Butter
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter Provides creaminess; can use margarine for a non-dairy option.
  • 3 tablespoons White miso paste Adds a rich umami flavor; regular miso can work too.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar Balances the savory miso with sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh ginger Grated; adds a warm kick.
  • 1-2 cloves Garlic Minced; adjust according to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions Thinly sliced; offers a fresh garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Miso Butter Salmon
  1. In a medium bowl, combine unsalted butter, white miso paste, brown sugar, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic. Use a fork to blend until smooth.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry. Preheat the oven to 375°F or air fryer to 400°F. Spread miso butter evenly over each fillet.
  3. For oven method, place salmon skin-side down in a baking dish and bake for 12-15 minutes until opaque.
  4. For air fryer method, line the basket with parchment, place salmon inside, and cook at 400°F for 9-10 minutes until crispy.
  5. Transfer cooked salmon to a serving platter, drizzle with remaining miso butter, garnish with green onions, and serve with rice and vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 6ozCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow salmon to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking for even cooking. Monitor during broiling to avoid burning. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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