Chen's Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame
Perfectly seared salmon fillets coated in a glossy ginger-soy glaze, served with quick-roasted asparagus for a restaurant-quality weeknight meal. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 25 minutes pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 8 oz salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 cup, trimmed asparagus
- 1/2 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1/2 tsp sesame oil, and roast for 12 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 2: Whisk soy sauce, grated ginger, honey, and remaining 1/2 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until combined.
- Step 3: Heat a skillet over medium-high. Pat salmon dry, then sear skin-side down for 4 minutes until crisp. Flip and cook for 3 more minutes until medium.
- Step 4: Brush salmon with glaze, then spoon extra glaze over top. Top with sesame seeds and serve with roasted asparagus.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chen's Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Chen's Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame?
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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chen's Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame?
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 Chen's Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Chen's Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame?
Asian asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
