Miso-Glazed Salmon, Sesame Bokchoy (Print Version)

Umami-rich miso-glazed salmon with sesame-sautéed bok choy—ready in 30 minutes for a quick, elegant dinner.

# Components:

→ Salmon & Marinade

01 - 4 salmon fillets (about 150 g each, skin on or off)
02 - 3 tbsp white miso paste
03 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
04 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
05 - 2 tsp rice vinegar
06 - 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
07 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
08 - 1 tbsp sesame oil

→ Bok Choy

09 - 500 g baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
10 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
11 - 2 tsp soy sauce
12 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
13 - 1 clove garlic, sliced

→ Garnish

14 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
15 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
16 - Lime wedges (optional)

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
02 - Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over salmon, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes (or up to 1 hour for deeper flavor).
03 - Preheat your oven broiler (grill function) or set oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
04 - Arrange marinated salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Reserve extra marinade.
05 - Broil or roast salmon for 8–10 minutes, basting once with reserved marinade, until fish is opaque and caramelized on top.
06 - Meanwhile, heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add bok choy, stirring for 2–3 minutes until wilted but still crisp. Drizzle with soy sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Toss well and remove from heat.
07 - Plate the salmon alongside sautéed bok choy. Garnish with fresh spring onions, extra sesame seeds, and lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Stealing tastes from the pan will be impossible to resist—it’s THAT flavorful.
  • No advanced skills needed and yet the results impress even picky eaters at my table.
02 -
  • Don’t skip parchment—sticky marinade is a scrubbing nightmare if it caramelizes right on the pan.
  • A quick marinate is effective, but giving it the full hour makes every bite richer and deeper.
03 -
  • Taste the marinade before using—miso brands vary, and yours might need the tiniest tweak.
  • Basting the salmon halfway through roasting gives an irresistible caramelized top.
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