Baked Teriyaki Salmon with Sesame-Spinach Stir Fry

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Oven-baked salmon glazed with homemade teriyaki sauce paired with quick sesame spinach stir fry for a nutritious Asian-inspired dinner. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves to create teriyaki glaze.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with half of the teriyaki glaze.
  3. Step 3: Bake salmon for 10 minutes, then brush with remaining glaze and bake for an additional 5 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water until smooth and stir into remaining teriyaki sauce to thicken over medium heat for 2 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 cups baby spinach and cook, stirring frequently, until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Pour thickened teriyaki sauce over spinach in skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
  7. Step 7: Remove spinach from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions. Serve alongside the baked salmon.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Teriyaki Salmon with Sesame-Spinach Stir Fry take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Teriyaki Salmon with Sesame-Spinach Stir Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Teriyaki Salmon with Sesame-Spinach Stir Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Teriyaki Salmon with Sesame-Spinach Stir Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Teriyaki Salmon with Sesame-Spinach Stir Fry?

Japanese seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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