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Shiozake (Japanese-Style Salted Salmon)
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Prep Time
5m
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.
Ingredients
Servings:
2
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Steps
1
Sprinkle sake, if using, all over salmon fillets. Pat dry with paper towels. Sprinkle salt evenly all over both fillets. Press salt into the flesh and skin to ensure it adheres well.
2
Place salted salmon fillets in a glass container, such as a small glass baking dish, lined with paper towels. Cover container and refrigerate overnight, or up to 36 hours. Every 12 hours, replace paper towels and flip fillets over.
3
When ready to cook, place oven rack in top position and preheat broiler. Place salmon fillets on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Broil salmon until it has exuded some fat and started to brown, about 3 minutes. (The timing will vary depending on broiler strength and distance from the broiler element.)
4
Turn salmon fillets over and cook until salmon is nicely colored and fat is spitting, about 3 minutes longer (see note). Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total
recipe.
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Calories285kcal14%
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Fat15g0%
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Saturated Fat3g0%
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Carbohydrates2g0%
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Fiber0g0%
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Sugar0g0%
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Protein33g1%
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Cholesterol80mg4%
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Sodium240mg12%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.