Seared Salmon with Miso Butter

This recipe features a perfectly seared salmon fillet topped with miso butter that melts over the top, pooling slightly along the flaky edges. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is both visually appealing and delicious.

Served alongside jasmine rice and sautéed bok choy, it offers a balanced meal that is simple to prepare yet impressive enough for special occasions.

Delicious Salmon with Miso Butter Recipe

This seared salmon recipe combines the rich umami flavor of miso with the buttery texture, creating a delightful topping for the fish. The dish takes about 25 minutes to prepare and serves 2 people.

Ingredients

• 2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
• 2 tablespoons miso paste
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
• 2 cups bok choy, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing

Instructions

1. Prepare Miso Butter: In a small bowl, mix together the miso paste, softened butter, soy sauce, and sesame oil until well combined. Set aside.
2. Season Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
3. Sear the Salmon: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little oil and place the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy, then carefully flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
4. Add Miso Butter: During the last minute of cooking, spoon the miso butter over the salmon fillets and let it melt.
5. Sauté Bok Choy: In another pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped bok choy and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve: Plate the salmon with jasmine rice and sautéed bok choy. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes

• Servings: 2 servings
• Calories: 450kcal
• Fat: 25g
• Protein: 35g
• Carbohydrates: 30g