Miso Glaze Marinade

Savory-sweet glaze blending white miso, mirin, sake, and sugar, ideal for grilled or roasted dishes.

japanesecondiment
🍽️YieldAbout 2 cups
Miso can move from quiet sweetness to deep savor depending on how it is made. Start with the practical guide to miso, then follow the ingredient into the documented origins of miso.

Instructions

  1. Step 1
    Whisk miso, mirin, sake, and sugar in a bowl until smooth and the sugar fully dissolves.
  2. Step 2
    Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

- Yields about 2 cups of marinade; ideal for glazing fish, tofu, or vegetables.

Nutritional Information

60 kcal · 2g protein · 0g fat · 10g carbs

Variations

Variation 1

Substitute red miso for a deeper, saltier flavor.

Variation 2

Add minced garlic or ginger for extra aroma.