Nobu Miso Salmon Recipe

Carolyn Richardson

If you’re gathering with friends or treating yourself to a delightful dinner, it's crucial to consider the side dishes that will accompany your Nobu miso salmon.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Marinate Time 1

Total Time 1 15

Course Main Course

Cuisine Japanese

Servings

Calories 296 kcal

Equipment

Small bowl

Ingredients

1 Tbsp mirin sweet rice wine
1 Tbsp sake Japanese rice wine
1 Tbsp tamari
2 Tbsp miso paste any variety; I used Hikari Miso Organic White Miso
¼ tsp roasted sesame oil
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tsp honey
2 salmon fillets with skin ¾ lb, 340 g; ideally, less than 1 inch or 2.5 cm thick; 4–6 oz or 113–170 g per fillet
Garnish optional
½ tsp mixed toasted white and black sesame seeds
1 scallion/green onion

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together the mirin, sake, tamari, miso paste, roasted sesame oil, grated ginger, and honey. Whisk until smooth. This will be the magic potion that transforms your salmon.
Place your salmon fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the salmon, ensuring that each fillet is well coated. Cover the dish or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, and up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Depending on your choice, preheat your grill, oven, or skillet. If grilling or broiling, preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If baking, set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
If Grilling: Remove salmon from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Place on the grill skin-side down. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until the salmon easily flakes with a fork.
If Sautéing: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Cook the salmon fillets skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until beautiful and golden.
Once cooked, sprinkle the salmon with sesame seeds and thinly sliced scallions. Serve it hot alongside your chosen sides like jasmine rice or miso soup.

Notes

Use Fresh Salmon: Always opt for fresh, high-quality salmon. This will make a world of difference in taste.
Don’t Over-marinate: While marinating is essential, be cautious. More than two hours may overpower the delicate salmon flavor.
Temperature Matters: Ensure your salmon is brought to room temperature before cooking. This promotes even cooking.
Watch the Cooking Time: Keep an eye on the salmon; cooking times may vary based on thickness and your cooking method.
Experiment with Marinade: Feel free to play with ingredients. Adding a dash of lime juice or a pinch of chili flakes can introduce a fun twist.

Nutrition

Calories: 296kcal

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