Salmon Simmered in Sweet Miso Sauce from Hokkaido

Name: Salmon Simmered in Sweet Miso Sauce from Hokkaido
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 of a whole salmon Raw salmon; 1/4 Cabbage; 1 Onion; 6 to 7 Shiitake mushrooms; 1 half a bunch Chinese chives; 10 stalks Green onion or scallion; 1 to 2 teaspoons Butter; 200 grams White miso; 100 grams Sugar; 1 tbsp Ground sesame seeds; 2 tbsp Mirin; 3 tbsp Cooking sake; 1 tsp Dashi stock granules; 2 tsp Soy sauce; 1 dash Salt

Servings: persons

1/4 of a whole salmon Raw salmon
1/4 Cabbage
1 Onion
6 to 7 Shiitake mushrooms
1 half a bunch Chinese chives
10 stalks Green onion or scallion
1 to 2 teaspoons Butter
200 grams White miso
100 grams Sugar
1 tbsp Ground sesame seeds
2 tbsp Mirin
3 tbsp Cooking sake
1 tsp Dashi stock granules
2 tsp Soy sauce
1 dash Salt

1
*Please use raw salmon, not salted or smoked.
2
Cut the vegetables up into pieces.
3
It's particularly yummy if you add lots of cabbage.
4
Combine all the seasoning ingredients.
5
Mix the miso and sugar together first, then add the other ingredients!
6
Add oil and butter to an electric griddle and melt the butter over medium-high heat.
7
Add the salmon pieces skin side down, and top with lots of vegetables and some of the miso sauce... Don't add too much sauce!
8
Cover with aluminium foil or a lid, and steam-cook.
9
After 10 to 15 minutes or so the moisture from the vegetables will seep out.
10
Open the lid and flake the salmon while mixing it with the vegetables.
11
Add Chinese chives, when they're wilted, the dish is done.
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Serve it on one big plate so everyone can share.
13
But for little kids, cool it down and serve it separately in a small container.
14
It's the best over rice.
15
However, in our house I usually serve it with drinks, so we eat it with a can of beer in one hand.
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Adjust the flavor by the amount of sweet miso sauce you add.
17
Be sparing to start with, since it's easy to add more.
18
Cook over medium-high heat.
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Take a peek occasionally and adjust the heat if needed.
20
It's tastiest if it's a bit burnt!
21
Put in any leftover vegetables you have.
22
The sweet miso sauce goes well with any vegetables.

455

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 of a whole salmon Raw salmon, 1/4 Cabbage, 1 Onion, 6 to 7 Shiitake mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Salmon Simmered in Sweet Miso Sauce from Hokkaido 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!