Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Garlic Bok Choy Stir Fry
Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a ginger-soy sauce served alongside quickly sautéed bok choy infused with garlic and sesame oil. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, fresh ginger, grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 pound baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil until smooth.
- Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and place skin-side down in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp vegetable oil and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crisp.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon and pour the ginger-soy glaze over the fillets. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 3-4 minutes, spooning glaze over salmon until sauce thickens and coats the fish.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, heat remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a separate large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Add 1 pound halved baby bok choy to the skillet, tossing to coat in garlic oil. Cook for 5 minutes until leaves are wilted and stems are tender-crisp. Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 6: Plate salmon with garlic bok choy, garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Garlic Bok Choy Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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-Soy Glazed Salmon with Garlic Bok Choy Stir Fry?
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 Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Garlic Bok Choy Stir Fry?
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-Soy Glazed Salmon with Garlic Bok Choy Stir Fry 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-Soy Glazed Salmon with Garlic Bok Choy Stir Fry?
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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