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Miso Butter Salmon

Miso Butter Salmon: Irresistibly Savory & Quick to Make

Enjoy this Miso Butter Salmon, a deliciously quick and savory dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 12 oz Salmon fillets opt for wild-caught for best flavor and texture
For the Miso Butter
  • 6 tbsp Unsalted butter softened; can be substituted with olive oil
  • 3 tbsp White miso paste adds depth and umami
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar provides sweetness; honey or agave syrup can be used
  • 2 tsp Fresh ginger grated; adds aromatic note
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; can be substituted with shallots
  • 2 tbsp Green onions sliced thin; substitute with chives if needed

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air Fryer
  • Baking sheet
  • Medium bowl
  • Spatula
  • Butter Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Miso Butter Salmon
  1. In a medium bowl, combine 6 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter, 3 tablespoons of white miso paste, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of grated fresh ginger, and 1-2 cloves of minced garlic. Mix until smooth and well-blended.
  2. Take 6 oz wild-caught salmon fillets and place them on a lined baking sheet. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Spread equal amounts of the compound miso butter over each fillet.
  3. Once your oven reaches 375°F, place the salmon in the center rack and bake for 12-15 minutes until opaque and tender.
  4. If using an air fryer, preheat it to 400°F and line the basket with parchment paper. Cook for 9-10 minutes without flipping.
  5. Transfer the cooked fillets to a serving platter. Drizzle with remaining miso butter and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure salmon fillets are at room temperature before cooking. Store leftover miso butter in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat salmon at 300°F for about 15 minutes for best results.

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