Baked Miso Salmon

Ingredients

• 2 fillets salmon, skinless ((about 8 ounces each))
• Sesame seeds for garnish
• Sliced scallions for garnish
• 2 tablespoons white miso paste
• 1 tablespoon sake
• 1 tablespoon mirin ((sweet cooking wine))
• 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate the salmon: In a resealable bag, whisk all the Miso Marinade ingredients until evenly combined. Add the salmon to the marinade and close the bag, making sure that the marinade covers all sides of the fish. Let it marinade for 30 minutes (in the fridge or on countertop if it's not too hot out). See note below.

2. 2

   While the salmon is marinating, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil.

3. 3

   Transfer the marinated salmon to the prepared sheet pan, shaking off any excess marinade. Bake at 400 degrees F for 13-14 minutes (or 15 mins if you want it more done). Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until slightly caramelized. Note: keep an eye on it since miso can burn easily.

4. 4

   Remove from oven. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!