A clean, white plate holds a beautifully arranged dinner. In the center, a vibrant orange salmon fillet, covered with a shiny glaze that accentuates its flakiness. Nestled beside the salmon, a mound of light cauliflower rice speckled with green sprigs of chopped cilantro and highlighted with orange carrot shavings. It's an attractive contrast of color and textures that's sure to garner 'likes' galore.

Winter Miso Salmon with Cauliflower Ginger Rice.

Name: Winter Miso Salmon with Cauliflower Ginger Rice.
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: salmon fillets, 4 pieces, about 6 oz each skin on; white miso paste, 1/4 cup; low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp; mirin, 1 tbsp; sesame oil, 1 tbsp; large head of cauliflower, 1 cut into florets; olive oil, 1 tbsp; small onion, 1 finely chopped; carrot, 1 peeled and finely chopped; fresh ginger, 1 tbsp finely chopped; fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped; salt, to taste

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Japanese

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Low-Carb

Daily Recipe: February 10, 2025

Just because it's winter doesn't mean we can't enjoy fresh flavors with a touch of comfort. Our star ingredient is Miso, a traditional Japanese seasoning made from fermented soybeans. This recipe delivers with a savory Miso Glazed Salmon, served over Cauliflower Ginger Rice, low in carbs yet full of delicious flavors.

Ingredients (for 4)

Salmon fillets - 4 pieces, about 6 oz each - skin on
White miso paste - 1/4 cup
Low sodium soy sauce - 1 tbsp
Mirin - 1 tbsp
Sesame oil - 1 tbsp
Large head of cauliflower - 1 - cut into florets
Olive oil - 1 tbsp
Small onion - 1 - finely chopped
Carrot - 1 - peeled and finely chopped
Fresh ginger - 1 tbsp - finely chopped
Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup - chopped
Salt - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🔥🕰️

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2 - 🍚🥣🥢

In a small bowl, whisk together miso, soy sauce, mirin, and sesame oil.
Step 3 - 🐟🖌️🍽️

Place the salmon fillets skin-side-down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and brush the fillets evenly with the miso mixture.
Step 4 - 🥘⏲️🍴

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon is cooked to your preferred doneness.
Step 5 - 🍚🍽️✅

Add the cauliflower florets to a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form, resembling rice. Set aside.
Step 6 - 🥕🍳🔥

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot, sauté until softened and slightly caramelized.
Step 7 - 🥗🍚👩‍🍳

Add ginger to the skillet and stir well, then add 'riced' cauliflower, stirring to combine. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until cauliflower is tender.
Step 8 - 🌿🧂🍽️

Turn off the heat, add chopped cilantro, and season with salt. Stir well to combine.
Step 9 - 🍴🐟🎉

Divide the cauliflower rice among 4 plates, top each with a miso glazed salmon fillet.

Additional

This low-carb recipe can be easily adapted for other diets – for pescatarian, use a fish sauce in place of soy sauce; for gluten-free, ensure you're using gluten-free miso and soy sauce. If you'd like less heat in your ginger rice, scale back on the ginger, or add more if you love the kick!