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Miso Butter Salmon

Miso Butter Salmon: A Flavor-Packed Quick Dinner Delight

Experience the rich umami of Miso Butter Salmon for a quick and satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 filets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 filets Salmon try substituting with shrimp or chicken
  • 2 tablespoons White Miso Paste tahini can be used for a twist
  • 2 tablespoons Butter use plant-based for dairy-free option
  • to taste Black Pepper adjust based on preference
For the Salsa Verde
  • 4 stalks Scallions green onions can be a replacement
  • 1 small Shallot a small yellow onion works in a pinch
  • 2 cloves Garlic garlic powder can be an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo or Crushed Red Pepper switch to paprika for a milder touch
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil avocado oil is a good alternative
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro parsley can be used for a subtle change
  • 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar lemon juice can substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice optional, but enhances freshness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Pan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mash white miso paste and softened butter until smooth.
  3. Arrange salmon filets skin-side down on the baking sheet and spread miso butter mixture over them. Season with black pepper.
  4. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes.
  5. While it bakes, prepare the salsa verde by mixing scallions, shallot, garlic, and Aleppo pepper in a bowl.
  6. Heat olive oil in a pan and pour over the salsa verde mixture. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  7. After 10 minutes, stir in cilantro, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice.
  8. Serve the baked salmon topped with the salsa verde.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to watch the cooking time to prevent overcooking the salmon. Fresh ingredients enhance the flavor significantly.

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