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Miso Butter Salmon

Miso Butter Salmon: A Flavor-Packed Easy Dinner Delight

Miso Butter Salmon is a quick and easy dinner that features a luscious miso compound butter, blending sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon fillets Choose wild-caught for the freshest flavor.
  • ¼ cup Unsalted butter Creates a rich base for the miso butter.
For the Miso Butter
  • 2 tablespoons White miso paste Provides essential umami flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar Adds sweetness to balance savory notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated Imparts a fragrant kick.
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced Elevates depth of flavor.
  • 2 stalks Green onions, sliced thin A fresh, crunchy garnish.

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the unsalted butter, white miso paste, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sliced green onions. Mash until well combined and creamy.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread the miso butter evenly over the top of each fillet.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the salmon for 12 to 15 minutes until opaque and flaky. Optionally, broil for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. For air fryer: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Cook salmon fillets for 9 to 10 minutes until golden and flaky.
  5. Remove salmon from the oven or air fryer, transfer to a serving platter, and drizzle remaining miso butter on top. Garnish and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the salmon sit out for 15 minutes before cooking for even cooking. Store leftover salmon in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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