Warming miso glazed salmon and soba noodle bowl

Serves 4

Warming Miso Glazed Salmon and Soba Noodle Bowl: A Healthy and Nourishing Gluten-Free Delight

Indulge in the delightful flavours of our Warming Miso Glazed Salmon and Soba Noodle Bowl, a recipe that is sure to win the hearts of your family and become a staple in your kitchen. As you savour each mouthful of this nourishing dish, you’ll relish the fact that it not only pleases your taste buds but also provides a healthy boost during the winter season. The best part? You won’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to enjoy this winter warmer.

This sensational recipe comes to us courtesy of Tony Chiodo, a renowned chef and my dear friend and teacher at Relish Mama. With Tony’s culinary expertise, we’ve created a bowl of goodness that will leave you feeling invigorated from the inside out.

To prepare this delectable dish for four servings, gather the following ingredients:

4 tsp white miso paste
4 tsp mirin
3 tsp soy sauce
2 tsp sesame oil
4 boneless salmon fillets
1 pack of soba noodles Even though soba noodles are genuinely gluten-free, always check the ingredients list! There can be some variation between brands, and you also want to make sure they weren’t processed in a facility that processes wheat
2 tbsp sesame seeds (black or white) lightly toasted

Coriander leaves, to serve

Miso ginger dressing

100ml mirin
4 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp brown rice vinegar
1 tbsp finely grated ginger
2 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp white miso paste
6 spring onions, finely sliced

Now, let’s dive into the cooking process. Begin by combining the white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create a marinade. Coat the salmon fillets in this tantalizing mixture, allowing them to marinate for a blissful 15 minutes while the flavours meld together.

While the salmon marinate, follow the instructions on the pack of soba noodles to cook them to perfection. Once cooked, drain the noodles and refresh them in cold water, ensuring their texture remains perfectly tender.

Next, it’s time to prepare the miso ginger dressing that will elevate the flavours of this dish. In a small saucepan, bring the mirin, soy sauce, brown rice vinegar, finely grated ginger, and sesame oil to a gentle simmer. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the white miso paste until well combined. Introduce half of the finely sliced spring onions to the dressing, returning the pan to low heat for a gentle simmer of 2 minutes. Then, remove it from the heat, allowing the flavours to meld together.

As the dressing simmers, preheat your oven grill to high. Place the marinated salmon fillets under the grill, skin side up, and cook them for 5–7 minutes until they achieve a glorious golden hue and are cooked to perfection. Keep a watchful eye during the final minutes of cooking to prevent the skin from burning. Alternatively, you can opt to cook the fish on the stovetop using a frying pan over medium-high heat.

To complete this delightful creation, blanch the soba noodles briefly in boiling water for 10 seconds to reheat them, then drain them thoroughly. Toss the rejuvenated noodles with the prepared miso ginger dressing, ensuring they are well coated. Divide the dressed noodles between shallow bowls, and top them with the mouthwatering grilled salmon fillets. Sprinkle the bowls generously with toasted sesame seeds, finely sliced spring onions, and fresh coriander leaves for a burst of vibrant flavours and colours. For the ultimate experience, serve this dish promptly, allowing everyone to relish in its flavours without delay.

Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our Warming Miso Glazed Salmon and Soba Noodle Bowl. With its healthy and nourishing qualities, gluten-free nature, and tantalizing flavours, this recipe is a true winner in every sense. Add it to your repertoire of family favourites and enjoy the warmth and goodness it brings to your table.