By Becky Hardin
Published Aug 25, 2022
This delicious and healthy miso salmon recipe is perfect for an easy weeknight meal, and it’s ready to enjoy in just 20 minutes. Cooked in the air fryer, this Japanese-inspired salmon comes out perfectly cooked, flakey and flavorful. Mix up your dinners with this easy recipe!
Miso Ginger Salmon
If you love Japanese cuisine, miso salmon , or air-fried salmon in general, you are going to adore this delicious air fryer miso salmon recipe. Cooked with carrots and sugar snap peas and served over rice, this easy dinner recipe is perfect after a long day.
Fresh salmon fillets are brushed with an umami miso glaze before being cooked perfectly in the air fryer. Made from scratch, this dinner is a healthy and tasty option that the whole family will love.
Be sure to try my Sheet Pan Lemon Salmon and Salmon Burgers too!
Why You’ll Love this Miso Salmon Recipe:
- Easy: Ready to serve in 20 minutes, this salmon dinner takes minutes to prep with a few ingredients and is quick to cook in the air fryer.
- Healthy: This full meal fits perfectly into a well-balanced diet. Salmon is a great low-fat source of protein and you get lots of vitamins and minerals from the veggies.
- Family-Friendly : This is one delicious dish that the whole family will love. Flavorful, but not spicy, it’s a tasty way to get the goodness in!
If you are looking to get out of your dinner rut, this is one easy and tasty way of doing it! Skip the takeout and treat yourself to this glazed salmon instead, you’ll be pleased you did!
How to Make Air Fryer Miso Salmon
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- Stir together the ingredients for the miso sauce.
- Brush the sauce over the salmon fillets.
- Toss the carrots in the leftover sauce.
- Place the salmon and carrots in the air fryer basket and cook.
- Add the sugar snap peas to the basket for the last couple of minutes of cooking.
- Serve over rice.
Recipe Notes
- Olive Oil: Helps the salmon brown and ensures that we get a crisp exterior and juicy interior. Feel free to swap the olive oil for your favorite cooking oil (grapeseed, avocado, etc.).
- Miso Paste: Adds a rich umami flavor to the salmon. I’m using red miso but white miso would work too.
- Soy Sauce: Adds additional umami flavor as well as saltiness. I recommend using low sodium so you can control the salt!
- Garlic and Ginger: Classic flavor pairings with miso and soy. I recommend grating (on a Microplane) them so they incorporate more smoothly into the sauce.
- Salmon : This recipe is for salmon filets that are approximately 1 inch thick, 2 inches wide, and 6 inches long. Keep in mind that smaller pieces of salmon will cook more quickly and larger pieces may take longer.
- Vegetables: I love carrots and snap peas with salmon, but you could use any vegetable you like— broccoli, bok choy, etc.
Miso is a traditional Japanese seasoning paste produced by fermenting soybeans with salt and kōji (a type of mold that’s also used to make sake) and sometimes rice, barley, seaweed, or other ingredients. It lends an earthy, umami flavor to dishes.
Both types of miso are made from soybeans, but white miso is usually fermented with rice, while red miso is fermented with barley or other grains. As a result, red miso usually has a stronger, saltier flavor and white miso is milder and sweeter.
Yes, you could use the miso glaze on trout, cod, or halibut in place of the salmon. Just keep in mind that you may need to adjust the cooking time according to the type and thickness of the fish.
Yes! Depending on how big your filets are, you can bake them at 400°F for about 10-12 minutes. Miso and soy sauce burn quickly , so it’s important to brush off any excess marinade before baking.
The easiest way to see if your salmon has finished cooking is to gently press down on the top of the fillet with a fork or your finger. If the flesh of the salmon flakes, it’s finished cooking. The proper internal temperature of cooked salmon is 145°F .
Serving Suggestions
As it is, this miso salmon is a great full meal all by itself. If you prefer, you can cook the salmon separately and swap out the side dishes for other favorites instead. Try it with:
- Cauliflower Fried Rice
- Crispy Roasted Broccoli
- Zucchini Fries
- Oven Roasted Veggies
- Vegetable Stir Fry
However you decide to serve it, this air fryer miso glazed salmon is sure to be a hit. With its bold flavors and flakey soft texture, it’s perfect to enjoy any night of the week.
Storage Instructions
Store leftover air fryer miso salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I always recommend enjoying leftover salmon cold, but you can also reheat it gently in the microwave.
Freezing Instructions
Freeze air fryer miso salmon in an airtight container for up to 4 months. Allow salmon to thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating or enjoying cold.
Variations
I love carrots and snap peas with salmon, but you can also serve this salmon with baby bok choy, edamame, broccoli, peppers, or any other vegetable you enjoy.
More Salmon Dinner Recipes We Love
- Baked Salmon with Hoisin Sauce
- Garlic Butter Salmon
- Firecracker Salmon
- Orange Glazed Salmon
- Honey Garlic Salmon and Asparagus
- Grilled Salmon Fillet with Peach Salsa
The umami flavors of the miso glaze are just so addictive, I’m pretty sure you’ll be making this miso salmon more than once! So easy to prep and super quick to cook, you can have one tasty and healthy dinner on the table in a matter of minutes.
More Air FriedSeafood Recipesto Try:
- Air Fryer Fish Sticks
- Air Fryer Cilantro Lime Salmon
- Air Fryer Shrimp
- Air Fryer Breaded Tilapia
- Air Fryer Crab Cakes
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ▢ 2 tablespoons miso paste red or white
- ▢ 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce (see note)
- ▢ 1 clove garlic grated
- ▢ 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (see note)
- ▢ 2 center cut salmon filets
- ▢ 2 carrots sliced into ¼-inch coins
- ▢ 1 cup sugar snap peas
- ▢ 1 cup cooked white rice
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, miso paste, soy sauce, grated garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Whisk to combine. 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons miso paste, 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce, 1 clove garlic, 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- Brush the salmon filets with the sauce and sprinkle them lightly with salt and pepper. Toss the carrots with any remaining sauce. 2 center cut salmon filets
- Place the salmon and carrots in the air fryer, making sure not to overcrowd the basket. Cook at 375°F for 10 minutes. 2 carrots
- Add the sugar snap peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the salmon is lightly browned and flakey. 1 cup sugar snap peas
- Serve immediately over rice. 1 cup cooked white rice
Equipment
- Air Fryer (click for my favorite)
Becky’s Tips
- Soy Sauce: Soy Sauce: Use an equal amount of tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten free alternative.
- Ginger: You can use ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger in place of the grated.
- I love carrots and snap peas with salmon, but you can also serve this salmon with baby bok choy, edamame, broccoli, peppers, or any other vegetable you enjoy.
- You could use trout, cod, or halibut in place of the salmon. Just keep in mind that you may need to adjust the cooking time according to the type and thickness of the fish.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the salmon at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Air Fryer Miso Salmon Recipe
Equipment
- Air Fryer (click for my favorite)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons miso paste red or white
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce (see note)
- 1 clove garlic grated
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (see note)
- 2 center cut salmon filets
- 2 carrots sliced into ¼-inch coins
- 1 cup sugar snap peas
- 1 cup cooked white rice
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, miso paste, soy sauce, grated garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Whisk to combine. 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons miso paste, 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce, 1 clove garlic, 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- Brush the salmon filets with the sauce and sprinkle them lightly with salt and pepper. Toss the carrots with any remaining sauce. 2 center cut salmon filets
- Place the salmon and carrots in the air fryer, making sure not to overcrowd the basket. Cook at 375°F for 10 minutes. 2 carrots
- Add the sugar snap peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the salmon is lightly browned and flakey. 1 cup sugar snap peas
- Serve immediately over rice. 1 cup cooked white rice
Notes
- Soy Sauce: Soy Sauce: Use an equal amount of tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten free alternative.
- Ginger: You can use ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger in place of the grated.
- I love carrots and snap peas with salmon, but you can also serve this salmon with baby bok choy, edamame, broccoli, peppers, or any other vegetable you enjoy.
- You could use trout, cod, or halibut in place of the salmon. Just keep in mind that you may need to adjust the cooking time according to the type and thickness of the fish.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the salmon at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
