Miso-Ginger Salmon with Warm Spices

Miso-Ginger Glazed Salmon

This recipe bridges Japanese flavors with warming spices for a sophisticated weeknight dinner. The miso creates a caramelized crust while cinnamon adds unexpected warmth.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
• 3 tablespoons white miso paste
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Whisk miso, mirin, ginger, sesame oil, cinnamon, and white pepper. Coat salmon fillets and marinate 15-30 minutes. Broil on high for 6-8 minutes, 6 inches from element, until the glaze caramelizes and fish flakes easily. Garnish with sesame seeds.

Serving

Serve over steamed rice with quick-pickled cucumber (rice vinegar, sugar, salt). The sweet-salty miso glaze pairs beautifully with the clean rice and tangy pickles.

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