Garlic-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions
Pan-fried salmon fillets glazed with a savory garlic-soy sauce, topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a bright finish. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2, thinly sliced scallions
Instructions
- Step 1: Season 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until skin is crisp.
- Step 3: Flip salmon and cook for 3 minutes more until just cooked through; remove from pan and set aside.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low and add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar to the skillet. Stir and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Step 5: Return salmon to the pan, spooning the glaze over the fillets for 1 minute to coat and warm through.
- Step 6: Plate salmon and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Garlic-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions?
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 salt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions?
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 Garlic-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions 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 Garlic-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions?
Asian seafood 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.
