Dive into a culinary adventure with our irresistible Brown Butter Miso Glazed Salmon! This delectable dish combines the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter with the umami goodness of miso, creating a mouthwatering glaze that elevates tender salmon fillets to gourmet status. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. Ready to impress your taste buds? Let’s get cooking!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Japanese
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Remove salmon fillets from refrigerator 15 minutes before cooking to allow them to come to room temperature, which ensures even cooking.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a better sear and crispy exterior.
- In a small bowl, whisk together white miso paste, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth and well combined, creating the glaze.
- Place a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat and add unsalted butter, allowing it to melt and cook until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Once butter is browned, carefully place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes until skin becomes crispy and golden.
- Flip salmon and brush generously with prepared miso glaze, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fish is just cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove salmon from skillet and transfer to serving plates, drizzling any remaining brown butter and miso glaze over the top.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and serve immediately while hot and glazed.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Remove the salmon fillets from the refrigerator about 15 minutes before cooking to let them come to room temperature. This step helps ensure even cooking throughout the fillets.
- Dry for Crispiness: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels before cooking. This helps achieve a beautifully seared and crispy exterior by removing excess moisture.
- Whisk It Right: When preparing the miso glaze, make sure to whisk the white miso paste, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth. A well-combined glaze clings better to the salmon and enhances the flavor.
- Brown Butter Technique: Keep an eye on the butter as it melts in the skillet. Stir occasionally to prevent burning, and look for that perfect golden brown color and nutty aroma—this is where the magic happens!
- Perfect Sear: Start cooking the salmon skin-side down to achieve a crispy skin. Don't rush the cooking process; let it sear for 4-5 minutes before flipping to ensure the skin is golden and crunchy.
- Glaze Generously: After flipping the salmon, brush on a generous amount of the miso glaze. This not only adds flavor but also creates a beautiful, shiny finish.
- Check for Doneness: For perfectly cooked salmon, aim for an internal temperature of 145°F. This ensures the fish is just cooked through while remaining moist and flaky.
- Garnish for Flair: Don’t forget to garnish your dish with freshly chopped green onions before serving. This adds a pop of color and an extra layer of flavor that perfectly complements the rich glaze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 34g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 105mg
