Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Garlic Broccoli

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Oven-baked salmon fillets glazed with a savory ginger-soy sauce, paired with tender broccoli tossed in garlic and toasted sesame seeds. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, fresh ginger 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: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 minced garlic clove to form the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the ginger-soy glaze.
  3. Step 3: Bake salmon in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes until just cooked through and glaze is caramelized.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add 4 cups broccoli florets and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and toss broccoli with 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
  7. Step 7: Serve the salmon fillets topped with any pan glaze drippings alongside the sesame-garlic broccoli.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Garlic Broccoli 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 Sesame-Garlic Broccoli?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Garlic Broccoli?

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-Garlic Broccoli 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-Garlic Broccoli?

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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