Miso Grilled Salmon Recipe

Miso is a fermented and salty soya bean paste that lends a lovely umami flavour to everything it is added to. Over the years, Miso has become ubiquitous to Japanese cuisine, and has found fans across the globe but did you know Miso has been an indispensable part of Japanese cuisine for more than 1300 years. It is said that Miso first originated in ancient China and was introduced to Japan later by Buddhist priests. It used to be so valuable, that it was also used to pay salaries and was a treasured gift item. Miso can be used in broths, salads and even grilled meat and fish. Take, for instance, this miso grilled salmon. In this incredibly easy recipe, salmon is marinated in miso, mirin, sake and soy sauce mixture and grilled till perfection. It is an ideal dish for those looking to amp up their protein intake, or those looking for a filling and yummy meal.