Shiozake (Japanese-Style Salted Salmon)

Name: Shiozake (Japanese-Style Salted Salmon)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon (15ml) sake, optional; see note; Two 4-ounce skin-on fillets of salmon, preferably cut from the belly; 2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt (about 1/4 ounce; 7g); see note

Prep Time

Cook Time

10m

Total Time

15m

This Japanese-style salted salmon, or shiozake, is a simple and flavorful dish that requires just a few ingredients. The salmon is marinated in sake and kosher salt before being pan-seared to perfection. The result is a tender and savory fish dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal.