Miso-Butter Seared Salmon with Pickled Ginger Slaw

Miso-Butter Seared Salmon with Pickled Ginger Slaw

Ingredients:

• For the Salmon:
  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp miso paste (white or yellow)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
• For the Pickled Ginger Slaw:
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage (red or green)
  • 1/2 cup julienned carrots
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp pickled ginger, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • Pinch of salt

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pickled Ginger Slaw:
   • In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and pickled ginger.
   • In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and salt. Pour over the slaw and toss well. Set aside for at least 15 minutes to marinate.
2. Prepare the Miso-Butter Salmon:
   • In a small bowl, mix miso paste, softened butter, grated ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper until smooth.
   • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Pat salmon fillets dry and spread a thin layer of miso butter on the top of each fillet.
3. Sear the Salmon:
   • Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then carefully flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden and caramelized.
4. Serve:
   • Plate the salmon fillets and serve alongside the pickled ginger slaw. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh herbs like cilantro or scallions if desired.