Yuzu-miso glazed salmon tacos with mango-jalapeño salsa
Yuzu-miso glazed salmon tacos with mango-jalapeño salsa are a delightful fusion of flavors that will elevate any meal. The zesty yuzu and savory miso glaze perfectly complement the tender salmon, while the fresh mango-jalapeño salsa adds a vibrant kick. This dish is not only visually stunning but also incredibly versatile, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll create a restaurant-quality experience in your own kitchen.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (makes about 8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillets (skinless)
- 3 tbsp yuzu juice (or lemon juice)
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 ripe mango (diced)
- 1–2 jalapeños (seeded and finely chopped)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yuzu juice and miso paste until smooth to create the marinade.
- Generously coat salmon fillets with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon for 4-5 minutes on each side until flaky.
- While cooking, combine diced mango, jalapeños, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl to make salsa.
- Warm tortillas briefly on a skillet. Assemble tacos by placing salmon on each tortilla and topping with mango-jalapeño salsa.
- Serve with lime wedges and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute salmon with grilled tofu or shrimp. Customize salsa by adding other fruits like pineapple or peaches for extra flavor.