Chen's Sesame Ginger Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy
A vibrant Asian-inspired dish with tender salmon glazed in a sweet-savory sesame-ginger sauce, served over steamed bok choy. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 29 minutes pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 heads, trimmed bok choy
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and brown sugar until sugar dissolves. Set aside.
- Step 2: Pat salmon fillets dry, season lightly with salt, then place in a baking dish. Pour half the sauce over the salmon, coating evenly, and let marinate for 10 minutes while preheating oven to 400°F.
- Step 3: Steam bok choy in a steamer basket over boiling water for 5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp (until a knife slides easily through the stem).
- Step 4: Bake salmon for 12-14 minutes until opaque and easily flakes with a fork, brushing with remaining sauce halfway through cooking.
- Step 5: Arrange steamed bok choy on plates, top with salmon, drizzle with extra sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chen's Sesame Ginger Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy take to make?
Total time is about 29 minutes (15 min prep + 14 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 Sesame Ginger Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chen's Sesame Ginger Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy?
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 Sesame Ginger Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy 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.
Is Chen's Sesame Ginger Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 14-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
