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Miso Butter Salmon

Miso Butter Salmon: Quick & Flavorful Dinner Magic

Elevate your weeknight dinners with quick and easy Miso Butter Salmon, a sweet-savory high-protein dish perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon wild-caught offers superior taste and quality
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter try olive oil as a dairy-free alternative
For the Miso Butter
  • 2 tablespoons White Miso Paste substituting with regular miso may change saltiness
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar enhances sweetness and aids in caramelization
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger powdered ginger can work in a pinch
  • 1 clove Garlic feel free to omit if you prefer a milder flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions adds freshness and crunch; chives can be used for a subtler taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air fryer
  • Medium bowl
  • Baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons of white miso paste, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of grated fresh ginger, and 1 minced garlic clove. Mix until creamy and well-combined.
  2. Spread the prepared miso butter evenly over the top of the salmon fillets, ensuring each is well-coated.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the coated salmon fillets in a greased baking dish and bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
  4. For air fryer method, preheat to 400°F (200°C), line the basket with parchment paper, and cook salmon fillets for 9 to 10 minutes.
  5. If using the oven, switch to broil for an additional 1 to 2 minutes after baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
  6. Transfer the cooked salmon to a platter, drizzle with any remaining miso butter, and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow salmon fillets to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before cooking for even cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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