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Japanese Marinated Salmon with Mirin and Soy Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Mariam
  • Prep Time: 1 minute
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 7 minutes (including marinating time)
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Description

This Japanese Salmon with Mirin and Soy Sauce is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon fillets marinated in a blend of soy sauce, mirin, and sake. The salmon is pan-seared to crispy perfection on the skin side, then cooked on the flesh side to a moist, medium-rare finish, making it a perfect weeknight dinner or elegant meal for two.

Ingredients

Scale

Salmon and Marinade

  • 2 salmon fillets (5 oz / 150 g each)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tbsp sake

Cooking

  • 1/2 tbsp oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: Combine the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and salmon fillets in a ziplock bag. Remove as much air as possible and seal tightly. Refrigerate and marinate overnight or for a minimum of 3 hours to allow the flavors to fully infuse the salmon.
  2. Heat the Pan: Add 1/2 tablespoon of oil to a non-stick pan. Heat the pan over medium heat until the oil is hot but not smoking, preparing it for searing the salmon.
  3. Sear the Skin Side: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the skin becomes crispy. Monitor the skin closely to avoid burning; reduce the heat or briefly remove the pan from the stove if it cooks too quickly.
  4. Add Marinade and Cook Flesh Side: Drizzle the remaining marinade from the ziplock bag over the flesh side of the salmon. Flip the fillets and cook the flesh side for 2 minutes or until your preferred doneness, aiming for medium rare to keep the salmon moist and tender.
  5. Rest and Serve: Remove the salmon from the pan and let it rest for a couple of minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and the salmon to finish cooking gently. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Marinating overnight enhances the flavor but a minimum of 3 hours is sufficient for good taste.
  • Keep an eye on the skin while cooking to prevent burning as cooking times may vary with different stove types.
  • Adjust cooking time for the flesh side depending on your desired doneness; cook longer if you prefer fully cooked salmon.
  • Use a non-stick pan to ensure easy turning and crisp skin.

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