Salmon Chanchan-yaki (Salmon with Sweet Miso Sauce)

Name: Salmon Chanchan-yaki (Salmon with Sweet Miso Sauce) Microwave Cooking
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pieces Fresh salmon filets; 1/8 to 1/6 of a head Cabbage; 3 cm Carrot; 20 cm Japanese leek; 1 (or onion); 1/3 of a cluster Shimeji mushrooms; 1 clove Garlic; 1 tsp Miso; 1 tbsp Mirin; 1 tsp Cooking sake; 1 tsp Mentsuyu; 1/2 tsp Sugar; 1 tbsp Ground sesame seeds; 5 grams Butter

Servings: persons

2 pieces Fresh salmon filets
1/8 to 1/6 of a head Cabbage
3 cm Carrot
20 cm Japanese leek
1 (or onion)
1/3 of a cluster Shimeji mushrooms
1 clove Garlic
1 tsp Miso
1 tbsp Mirin
1 tsp Cooking sake
1 tsp Mentsuyu
1/2 tsp Sugar
1 tbsp Ground sesame seeds
5 grams Butter

1
Season the salmon lightly with salt and pepper.
2
Combine all the ingredients to make the sauce.
3
Cut the cabbage into 5mm pieces.
4
Slice the leek diagonally (if using onion, slice thinly).
5
Slice the carrot and garlic thinly.
6
Cut the root end off the shimeji mushrooms and shred apart.
7
Put the cabbage, carrot and leek or onion into a silicone steamer.
8
Put the salmon on top, and add the garlic and shimeji mushrooms.
9
Top with the butter and pour the sauce from Step 2 over everything.
10
Cover with the lid and microwave for 6-7 minutes (500w).
11
When the salmon is cooked through and the vegetables are wilted, it's done!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pieces Fresh salmon filets, 1/8 to 1/6 of a head Cabbage, 3 cm Carrot, 20 cm Japanese leek, and more.

Yes, Salmon Chanchan-yaki (Salmon with Sweet Miso Sauce) Microwave Cooking falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salmon Chanchan-yaki (Salmon with Sweet Miso Sauce) Microwave Cooking

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