Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallion Rice

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Tender salmon fillets glazed with a bright ginger-soy sauce served atop fragrant sesame scallion rice for an elegant yet simple seafood dinner. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (5 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 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice with 1 1/4 cups water 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 5 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tsp sesame oil to make the glaze.
  3. Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (5 oz each) and season with 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp.
  4. Step 4: Flip salmon and brush generously with half of the ginger-soy glaze. Cook 3-4 minutes more until salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
  5. Step 5: Fluff cooked rice with a fork and stir in 3 thinly sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
  6. Step 6: Serve salmon fillets over sesame scallion rice, drizzling remaining glaze on top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallion Rice take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Sesame and 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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and 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-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and 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-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and 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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