Roasted Miso Glazed Salmon

Instructions

1. Prepare the miso glaze
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, mirin, sake, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil until well combined and smooth.
2. Marinate the salmon
   Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour about 2/3 of the miso mixture over them, reserving the remainder for basting. Turn the fillets to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
3. Preheat and prepare
   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Remove the salmon from the marinade, gently wiping off excess marinade with a paper towel. Place the salmon skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Roast the salmon
   Roast the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. After 8 minutes, brush the reserved miso glaze over the salmon and continue roasting until the fish is just cooked through. The salmon should flake easily with a fork but still be moist in the center.
5. Final broil
   For a more caramelized finish, switch the oven to broil for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time, watching carefully to prevent burning. The glaze should bubble and brown slightly.
6. Serve
   Transfer the salmon to serving plates. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.