Miso-Glazed Salmon with Strawberry-Cucumber Salsa
This unique fusion dish captures the essence of summer by blending savory Japanese umami with the fresh, seasonal sweetness of Nordic strawberries. It is a vibrant and unexpected flavor profile that transforms a simple salmon fillet into a gourmet, exciting experience perfect for Week 24.
In short
Miso-Glazed Salmon with Strawberry-Cucumber Salsa takes about 30 minutes (15 min prep, 15 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 10 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets4 pcs
- White miso paste2 tbsp
- Honey or Maple syrup1 tbsp
- Soy sauce1 tsp
- Fresh strawberries200 g
- Cucumber0.5 pc
- Fresh mint leaves1 handful
- Lime juice2 tbsp
- Jasmine rice300 g
- Coconut milk200 ml
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly. In a pot, combine the rice with coconut milk and a pinch of salt, adding enough water to match the usual rice-to-liquid ratio. Bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat until fluffy.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, honey, and soy sauce until smooth. If the paste is too thick, add a teaspoon of warm water to reach a spreadable consistency.
- 3
Place salmon fillets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush the miso glaze generously over each fillet. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 10-12 minutes until the salmon is flaky and the glaze is slightly caramelized.
- 4
While the salmon cooks, finely dice the strawberries and cucumber. Chop the mint leaves and toss everything together in a bowl with the lime juice and a pinch of black pepper.
- 5
Spoon a portion of coconut rice onto each plate, place a miso-glazed salmon fillet on top, and finish with a generous heap of the fresh strawberry-cucumber salsa.
Questions and answers
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Strawberry-Cucumber Salsa take?
About 30 minutes in total: 15 minutes prep and 15 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 10 ingredients: Salmon fillets, White miso paste, Honey or Maple syrup, Soy sauce, Fresh strawberries, Cucumber …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
