Crispy Sesame-Ginger Salmon with Honey-Glazed Carrots
Pan-seared salmon fillets with a sticky-sweet sesame-ginger glaze, paired with tender honey-glazed carrots. This asian-inspired sheet pan (gluten free) ready in about 33 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, soy sauce, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 lb, peeled and cut into 2-inch sticks carrots
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 2 tbsp honey.
- Step 3: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin-side down, pressing gently, and cook for 4 minutes until skin is golden and crisp.
- Step 4: Flip salmon, pour half the sauce over the top, and transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F oven. Bake for 8-10 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
- Step 5: While salmon bakes, toss 1 lb carrot sticks with 1 tbsp butter, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Sauté in a separate pan over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
- Step 6: Remove salmon from oven, brush with remaining sauce, and sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds. Serve immediately with glazed carrots.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Sesame-Ginger Salmon with Honey-Glazed Carrots 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 Crispy Sesame-Ginger Salmon with Honey-Glazed Carrots?
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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Sesame-Ginger Salmon with Honey-Glazed Carrots?
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 Crispy Sesame-Ginger Salmon with Honey-Glazed Carrots 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 Crispy Sesame-Ginger Salmon with Honey-Glazed Carrots 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
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
