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Easy Miso Glazed Salmon Recipe with Sesame Bok Choy and Jasmine Rice

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A quick and flavorful miso glazed salmon served with crunchy sesame bok choy and fragrant jasmine rice, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets, about 6 ounces each
  • 3 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound baby bok choy, halved or quartered
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water or broth
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1–2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Add rinsed rice and 2 cups water or broth to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons white miso paste, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Rinse and halve or quarter the baby bok choy. Mince 2 cloves garlic.
  4. Heat a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat with a small drizzle of oil. Pat salmon fillets dry and place skin-side down in the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp and fish mostly cooked through. Flip fillets and brush miso glaze generously over top. Cook 2-3 minutes until glaze caramelizes and salmon reaches medium doneness (135°F internal temperature).
  5. In a separate skillet, heat 1 teaspoon sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bok choy and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender but still vibrant green. Season lightly with salt and a splash of soy sauce if desired.
  6. Fluff jasmine rice with a fork and divide between plates. Top with sautéed bok choy and miso glazed salmon fillets. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the top.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before cooking to ensure crispy skin. Apply miso glaze in the last few minutes to avoid burning. Use a tight-fitting lid for cooking rice or place a kitchen towel between pot and lid to trap steam. If glaze thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen it. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. For vegan, replace salmon with firm tofu and honey with maple syrup.

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