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Roasted Salmon with Pumpkin–Miso Maple Glaze   Roasted Salmon with Pumpkin–Miso Maple Glaze Silky-sweet pumpkin meets umami miso for a lacquered salmon that tastes like fall—without feeling heavy. The Short Story I’d roasted a big batch of pumpkin for another project and had just enough purée left to play. A little white miso, a touch of maple, grated ginger, and rice vinegar turned into a glossy glaze that clings to salmon like a dream. The fish roasts hot, the sugars caramelize, and everything finishes with a citrusy splash to keep it bright. It’s weeknight-easy but reads like a chef’s special—exactly my lane. What Makes It Work Balance. Pumpkin’s mellow sweetness + salty umami miso + maple for sheen + rice vinegar for lift. High heat, quick roast. 450°F gives tender salmon and caramelized edges; a brief broil sets the glaze. Texture play. Silky fish and lacquered glaze against crisp fennel-apple salad or snappy broccolini. Make it yours. Swap in tamari for G...