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Easy Miso Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy

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A quick and healthy dinner featuring tender salmon glazed with a sweet-savory miso sauce, paired with crisp sautéed bok choy. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170g each), skin on
  • 3 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 pound (450g) baby bok choy, halved or quartered lengthwise
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons white miso paste, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper on the skin side only.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon skin-side down and press gently to prevent curling. Cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy and golden.
  4. Carefully flip the salmon and brush the top generously with the miso glaze. Reduce heat to medium and cook for another 3-4 minutes, basting again halfway through, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily but remains moist.
  5. While the salmon cooks, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in another skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add the bok choy, season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until leaves are wilted and stems are tender but still crisp.
  7. Drizzle the salmon with 1 teaspoon sesame oil for a toasted aroma. Plate the salmon alongside the bok choy and spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over the top.

Notes

If the miso glaze thickens too much while cooking, add a splash of water to loosen it. For crispier salmon skin, ensure the skin is very dry and do not flip the salmon too soon. You can steam bok choy instead of sautéing for a softer texture. For a vegan version, substitute salmon with thick tofu steaks and use maple syrup instead of honey. Use tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free.

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