Chen's Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies
Flaky salmon fillets glazed in a sweet-savory ginger-soy sauce, served atop stir-fried broccoli and carrots, reflecting the most common Asian surname in U.S. census records. This asian-inspired sheet pan ready in about 33 minutes pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 1 lb salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1.5 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots
- 2 garlic cloves
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1 lb salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Finely mince 1.5 tbsp fresh ginger and 2 garlic cloves, then mix with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp sesame oil in a small bowl until combined.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add salmon skin-side down; cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
- Step 4: Flip salmon, pour half the ginger-soy glaze over it, and cook for 3-4 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 5: While salmon cooks, stir-fry 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced carrots in the same skillet for 4-5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender, then spoon remaining glaze over veggies and toss to coat.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chen's Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 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 Veggies?
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 Veggies?
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 Veggies 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 Veggies?
Asian sheet pan 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
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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This has become our go-to sheet pan dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
