Quick-Brined Roast Salmon with Lemon-Garlic Oil

Name: Quick-Brined Roast Salmon with Lemon-Garlic Oil
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; Four 5-ounce skinless salmon or hake fillets; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 2 tablespoons melted butter, cooled; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon shiro miso (white); 1/2 teaspoon grated garlic; Sesame seeds, for garnish; Lemon wedges, for serving

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The magic combination of miso with lemon, garlic and butter creates a fast and fantastic glaze for roast fish, whether it’s salmon, cod or hake. Slideshow: More Salmon Recipes

By

Kay Chun

Updated on January 1, 2017

Active Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

1 hrs

Yield:

4

Ingredients

1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
Four 5-ounce skinless salmon or hake fillets
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons melted butter, cooled
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon shiro miso (white)
1/2 teaspoon grated garlic
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for serving

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine the 1 tablespoon of salt with 2 cups of hot water and stir to dissolve the salt. Let cool to room temperature, then add the fish to the bowl and let brine at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the oil with the butter, lemon juice, miso and garlic until smooth; season with salt.
Preheat the oven to 450°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drain the fish and transfer to the prepared baking sheet; brush all over with the lemon-garlic butter. Roast until golden and just cooked through, about 10 minutes for the salmon and 15 minutes for the hake. Transfer to plates, garnish with sesame seeds and serve with lemon wedges.

© John Kernick

Make Ahead

The lemon-miso butter can be refrigerated overnight. Bring to room temperature before using.