Dream-State Black Garlic and Soy Glazed Salmon

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Pan-seared salmon glazed with a rich black garlic and soy sauce reduction, evoking the deep, complex layers of the subconscious. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, black garlic cloves, mashed, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 4 mashed black garlic cloves, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp grated ginger until smooth and well combined.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and place skin-side down, cooking for 4-5 minutes until the skin crisps and edges turn opaque.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon fillets carefully and brush generously with half the black garlic soy glaze; cook an additional 3-4 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze thickens.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat, spoon the remaining glaze over the salmon, garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.

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