Sake-Infused Miso-Glazed Salmon with Wasabi Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 4 fillets salmon, skin on
• 1 cup sake
• 3 tablespoons white miso paste
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon wasabi paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
• 4 sprigs scallions, thinly sliced

Method

1. 01
   In a small bowl, whisk together sake, miso paste, soy sauce, and mirin until smooth to create the glaze.
2. 02
   Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the glaze over them. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. 03
   Meanwhile, place the potatoes in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
4. 04
   Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add heavy cream, butter, and wasabi paste. Mash until smooth and season with salt to taste.
5. 05
   Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Remove salmon from marinade and sear, skin-side down, for 4-5 minutes.
6. 06
   Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through and glazed.
7. 07
   Serve the salmon fillets over a bed of wasabi mashed potatoes. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions.