Steamed Salmon with Savory Miso Sauce
A simple yet flavorful Japanese-inspired dish featuring steamed salmon fillets served with a savory miso sauce.
Ingredients
- β1.5 pounds Salmon fillets (4-6)Fresh, wild-caught salmon
- β2 tablespoons Savory miso pasteJapanese-style savory miso paste
- β2 tablespoons Soy sauceLow-sodium soy sauce
- β2 tablespoons Sake (Japanese rice wine)Dry sake or substitute with dry white wine
- β1 tablespoon SugarGranulated sugar
- β1 bunch Green onionsThinly sliced green onions for garnish
- β2 inches GingerThinly sliced fresh ginger for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the salmon fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
In a small saucepan, whisk together the miso paste, soy sauce, sake, and sugar over low heat.
- 3
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- 4
Place the salmon fillets in a steamer basket and steam over boiling water for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through.
- 5
To serve, place the steamed salmon on a plate and spoon the savory miso sauce over the top.
- 6
Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and ginger.