Roasted Salmon with Daikon and Miso Glaze

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss daikon rounds with 1 tablespoon sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-18 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and tender.

   Tip: The daikon will develop a slightly caramelized exterior while remaining creamy inside.

2. 2

   While daikon roasts, whisk together miso paste, honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic in a small bowl until smooth.

   Tip: If the miso paste is lumpy, press it against the bowl with the back of a spoon.

3. 3

   Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.

   Tip: Drying the salmon ensures a crispier skin when seared.

4. 4

   Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon sesame oil and carefully place salmon skin-side down. Sear for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy.

   Tip: Don't move the salmon while it sears to achieve maximum crispiness.

5. 5

   Flip salmon and brush each fillet generously with the miso glaze. Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 6-8 minutes until salmon is cooked through.

   Tip: The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork.

6. 6

   Remove skillet from oven. Swirl remaining butter into the pan with the glaze to create a silky sauce.

   Tip: The residual heat will melt the butter and incorporate it into the glaze.

7. 7

   Divide roasted daikon among four plates. Top each portion with a salmon fillet and drizzle with the pan sauce.

   Tip: Spoon the miso glaze from the bottom of the pan for maximum flavor.

8. 8

   Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving immediately.

   Tip: The contrast of warm salmon with cool green onions adds freshness to each bite.