Miso Glazed Salmon Bowl (Printer-friendly)

Caramelized salmon with miso glaze served over jasmine rice and tender spinach for a complete nutritious bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salmon and Marinade

01 - 4 salmon fillets, skinless, about 5.3 oz each
02 - 3 tablespoons white miso paste
03 - 2 tablespoons mirin
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
05 - 1 tablespoon honey
06 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
07 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
08 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced

→ Rice

10 - 1.5 cups jasmine rice
11 - 3 cups water
12 - Pinch of salt

→ Sautéed Spinach

13 - 10.6 oz fresh spinach leaves
14 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
15 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
16 - 1 clove garlic, minced
17 - Pinch of salt
18 - 1 teaspoon soy sauce

→ Garnishes

19 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
20 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
21 - 1 sheet nori, cut into thin strips (optional)
22 - Lime wedges (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic until smooth and fully combined.
02 - Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over, coating all sides thoroughly. Refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes while preparing rice and spinach.
03 - Rinse jasmine rice under cold water. Combine rice, water, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add spinach and a pinch of salt, tossing until just wilted, about 1 to 2 minutes. Finish with soy sauce and remove from heat.
05 - Preheat broiler or oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly oil. Arrange marinated salmon fillets on the tray. Broil or bake for 8 to 10 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is caramelized.
06 - Divide cooked rice among four bowls. Top each with sautéed spinach and a glazed salmon fillet. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Garnish with nori strips and lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The miso glaze is forgiving but impressive, turning ordinary salmon into something restaurant-quality in your own kitchen.
  • It's the kind of bowl that feels nourishing and complete without requiring you to juggle five pans at once.
02 -
  • Don't skip the resting time after rice cooking—those 5 covered minutes let the steam distribute evenly and prevent a mushy or crunchy result.
  • Broiling works better than baking because it creates that caramelized, slightly charred glaze that makes the salmon taste intentional and restaurant-worthy.
03 -
  • Pat your salmon dry before broiling—this helps the glaze stick and caramelize instead of steaming off into the air.
  • Use a fish spatula or two regular spatulas when transferring salmon to your bowls; it's less likely to fall apart than trying to use tongs.
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