Miso Glazed Salmon Bowl (Print)

Succulent miso-glazed salmon over jasmine rice with sautéed spinach and ginger

# What you'll need:

→ Salmon and Marinade

01 - 4 salmon fillets, skinless, approximately 5.3 oz each
02 - 3 tablespoons white miso paste
03 - 2 tablespoons mirin
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
05 - 1 tablespoon honey
06 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
07 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced

→ Rice

10 - 1.5 cups jasmine rice
11 - 3 cups water
12 - Pinch of salt

→ Sautéed Spinach

13 - 10.6 oz fresh spinach leaves
14 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
15 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
16 - 1 clove garlic, minced
17 - Pinch of salt
18 - 1 teaspoon soy sauce

→ Garnishes

19 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
20 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
21 - 1 sheet nori, cut into thin strips, optional
22 - Lime wedges, optional

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic until smooth and well combined.
02 - Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over, coating each fillet well. Refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes while preparing rice and spinach.
03 - Rinse jasmine rice under cold water. Combine rice, water, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add spinach and a pinch of salt, tossing until just wilted, about 1 to 2 minutes. Finish with soy sauce. Remove from heat and set aside.
05 - Preheat broiler or oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly oil. Arrange marinated salmon fillets on the tray. Broil or bake for 8 to 10 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is caramelized.
06 - Divide cooked rice among four bowls. Top each with sautéed spinach and a glazed salmon fillet. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Garnish with nori strips and lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The miso glaze is glossy and caramelized, but the inside stays buttery and tender without any tricks.
  • It comes together faster than takeout, which means you're actually more likely to make it on a random weeknight.
  • One bowl feels complete and nourishing, no sides required, so cleanup is almost painless.
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the rice; this small step is the difference between a fluffy bowl and one that clumps together unhappily.
  • Watch your salmon carefully under the broiler because the glaze can go from caramelized to burnt in about 60 seconds, and once that happens, the whole thing tastes bitter.
03 -
  • Pat your salmon completely dry before marinating; any excess moisture will steam the fish instead of letting it get that perfect caramelization.
  • The glaze can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to a week, so you can meal-prep this quickly any night of the week.
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