Miso Maple Salmon With Sesame Slaw (Print Version)
Sweet miso maple glazed salmon served with crunchy sesame broccoli slaw for a quick balanced dinner.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Miso Maple Salmon
01 - 4 skin-on salmon fillets, about 5 oz each
02 - 2 tablespoons white miso paste
03 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
04 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
05 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
06 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
07 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
08 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
→ Sesame Broccoli Slaw
09 - 3 cups broccoli florets, finely shredded or chopped
10 - 1 cup carrots, julienned
11 - 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
12 - 3 green onions, sliced
13 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
→ Slaw Dressing
14 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
15 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
16 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
17 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
18 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
19 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
20 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# Step-by-step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, maple syrup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth and well combined.
03 - Arrange the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down. Brush each fillet generously and evenly with the miso maple glaze.
04 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. For a caramelized finish, broil for the final 1 to 2 minutes.
05 - While the salmon bakes, combine the shredded broccoli, julienned carrots, sliced red cabbage, green onions, and toasted sesame seeds in a large bowl.
06 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, grated ginger, and mayonnaise if using, until smooth. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
07 - Serve the miso maple salmon hot alongside a generous portion of sesame broccoli slaw.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The glaze tastes like something from a restaurant but comes together in about two minutes with pantry staples.
- The broccoli slaw stays crunchy for hours, so it works beautifully for leftovers or meal prep without getting soggy and sad.
02 -
- Do not walk away during that final broil because the miso and maple can go from beautifully caramelized to genuinely burnt in under sixty seconds.
- Letting the slaw sit for ten minutes before serving actually improves it because the dressing softens the broccoli slightly and deepens the flavor throughout.
03 -
- Take the salmon out of the refrigerator fifteen minutes before baking so it cooks evenly instead of being cold in the center by the time the edges are done.
- Pat the salmon completely dry with paper towels before glazing because any surface moisture prevents the glaze from sticking and caramelizing properly.