Ginger-Sesame Glazed Salmon with Scallion Rice
Pan-glazed salmon fillets coated in a ginger-sesame sauce, paired with fluffy scallion-infused jasmine rice for a fragrant and balanced meal. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 3 stalks thinly sliced scallions
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine with 1 1/4 cups water and 1/2 tsp salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: While rice cooks, prepare glaze by whisking together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a bowl.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
- Step 4: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
- Step 5: Flip salmon and brush each fillet generously with half of the ginger-sesame glaze. Cook for another 3 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
- Step 6: Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and stir in 3 thinly sliced scallions.
- Step 7: Serve the glazed salmon on a bed of scallion rice, sprinkled with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ginger-Sesame Glazed Salmon with Scallion Rice take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Ginger-Sesame Glazed Salmon with Scallion Rice?
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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Sesame Glazed Salmon with Scallion Rice?
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 Ginger-Sesame Glazed Salmon with Scallion Rice 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.
What goes well with Ginger-Sesame Glazed Salmon with Scallion Rice?
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.
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