Manuka Miso-Glazed Salmon with Charred Broccoli & Lemon
A quick New Zealand-style fish dish featuring a sticky Manuka honey and miso glaze
Sticky Manuka honey teams with white miso, ginger and lemon to glaze oven-roasted salmon. Paired with charred broccoli and a squeeze of lemon, this dish is a trendy, healthy weeknight favourite that highlights the floral depth of Manuka honey.
Timing
Cook Time: PT12M
Prep Time: PT15M
Rest Time: PT5M
Total Time: PT32M
Active Time: PT27M
Ingredients
4
each
salmon fillets (skin on)
(Notes: about 150–180 g each, pin-boned)
2
tbsp
Manuka honey
(Notes: UMF 10+ recommended)
1.5
tbsp
white miso paste
(Notes: smooth)
1
tbsp
soy sauce (or tamari)
(Notes: low-salt if preferred)
1
tbsp
rice vinegar
1
tbsp
fresh lemon juice
(Notes: about 1 lemon)
1
clove
garlic
(Notes: finely grated)
1
tsp
fresh ginger
(Notes: grated)
500
g
broccoli florets
(Notes: trimmed)
1
tbsp
olive oil
(Notes: for roasting)
1
tsp
sesame seeds
(Notes: to garnish)
2
each
spring onions
(Notes: thinly sliced, to serve)
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 220°C (fan). Line a baking tray with baking paper. In a small bowl whisk together Manuka honey, white miso, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lemon juice, grated garlic and ginger until smooth and glossy.
Tip: Warm the honey slightly in the microwave (5–10 seconds) if it is very thick to help it combine.
Timing: PT0S
Step 2
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on a plate or shallow dish. Spoon about two-thirds of the glaze over the flesh, rubbing gently so each fillet is coated. Marinate at room temperature for 10–15 minutes.
Tip: Marinate for the full 15 minutes if you have time — the miso and Manuka add great depth quickly.
Timing: PT15M
Step 3
Meanwhile, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil and a pinch of salt and spread on the lined tray leaving space for the salmon. Place salmon fillets on the tray with the skin side touching the tray and the glaze side up.
Tip: Arrange broccoli in a single layer so it chars rather than steams.
Timing: PT0S
Step 4
Roast in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes until the salmon is almost cooked through and the broccoli has a bit of char. If your oven has a grill/broiler, switch to grill for the last 1–2 minutes to caramelise the glaze (watch carefully).
Tip: Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork but still looks moist in the centre.
Timing: PT12M
Step 5
Remove from the oven and spoon over the remaining glaze. Rest the salmon for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute and glaze to set slightly.
Tip: A short rest makes the salmon juicier and the glaze stick better.
Timing: PT5M
Step 6
Serve the salmon fillets with charred broccoli, a scattering of sesame seeds and spring onions, and lemon wedges. If desired, drizzle a little extra Manuka honey very sparingly for a glossy finish.
Tip: A light drizzle of extra Manuka honey highlights the floral notes — less is more to avoid overpowering the miso.
Timing: PT0S