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10-Minute Miso Butter Salmon

A quick and flavorful salmon dish featuring a savory, glossy miso butter glaze.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 salmon fillets 6 oz/170 g each
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
  • 1 tbsp white miso paste
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp scallions thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
  2. Whisk together softened butter, miso paste, soy sauce, and honey in a small bowl until smooth.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear salmon fillets skin-side up for 3 minutes until golden-brown.
  5. Flip the fillets and reduce heat to low.
  6. Spoon the miso butter mixture onto the top of each fillet.
  7. Cover the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  8. Garnish with fresh scallions and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure salmon is at room temperature before cooking for even results. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.