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Flavorful Miso Glazed Baked Salmon Recipe with Sesame Bok Choy

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A quick and easy miso glazed baked salmon paired with crisp sesame bok choy, perfect for a healthy and flavorful weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each), skin-on or skinless
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (for greasing baking tray, can substitute avocado oil)
  • 1 lb (450 g) bok choy, baby or regular size, halved or quartered
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for sautéing)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease with neutral oil.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together white miso paste, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth and glossy. Add a splash of water if too thick.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. Brush the miso glaze generously over the top of each salmon fillet.
  5. Place salmon on the prepared tray, skin side down if applicable. Bake for 12-15 minutes until glaze caramelizes and salmon flakes easily but remains moist. Watch closely around 10 minutes to prevent burning.
  6. While salmon bakes, heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add bok choy, sprinkle with salt, and toss to coat. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until leaves wilt but stalks remain crisp and bright green.
  8. Sprinkle bok choy with toasted sesame seeds and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Toss and remove from heat.
  9. Serve salmon immediately alongside the sesame bok choy while warm.

Notes

Let the miso glaze sit at room temperature before applying for easier spreading. Watch the salmon closely near the end of baking to avoid burning the glaze. For extra caramelization, broil for 1-2 minutes but watch carefully. Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes for best flavor. Use tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free. Honey can be swapped with maple syrup or agave for vegan variation. Bok choy can be substituted with baby spinach, kale, or asparagus.

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