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Miso Butter Salmon

Miso Butter Salmon That's Juicy, Flaky, and Full of Flavor

This Miso Butter Salmon recipe features a sweet and savory explosion of taste, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Miso Butter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3 tablespoons White Miso Paste
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 3 stalks Green Onions thinly sliced
For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets wild-caught

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air Fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Miso Butter Salmon
  1. Make the Compound Butter: In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, miso paste, brown sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Mash until fully blended.
  2. Prepare the Salmon: Place salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet. Spread a generous layer of the miso butter mixture over each fillet.
  3. Oven Method: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake salmon for 12-15 minutes until opaque and flaky. Broil for 1-2 minutes for caramelization.
  4. Air Fryer Method: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Cook salmon for 9-10 minutes until flaky and tender.
  5. Serve the Dish: Transfer salmon to a serving platter. Drizzle remaining miso butter over the top, garnish with green onions, and serve with rice and vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, allow salmon to reach room temperature before cooking. Miso paste can vary in saltiness; adjust quantity as needed.

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