Half-Glazed Asian Salmon with Sesame and Ginger

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A pan-seared salmon fillet glazed with a soy-ginger sauce, finished with toasted sesame seeds for a bright Asian-inspired dish. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 13 minutes pairs salmon fillet, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 1, 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.

★ 4.3 (9 ratings) Prep: 5 min Cook: 8 min Serves 1 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp sesame oil until combined.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place 6 oz salmon fillet skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crispy.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and pour the soy-ginger mixture over it. Cook for another 3 minutes, spooning the glaze over the salmon as it thickens and coats the fish.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon from heat, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 1 tbsp sliced green onion on top before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Half-Glazed Asian Salmon with Sesame and Ginger take to make?

Total time is about 13 minutes (5 min prep + 8 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 Half-Glazed Asian Salmon with Sesame and Ginger?

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 salmon fillet from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Glazed Asian Salmon with Sesame and Ginger?

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 Half-Glazed Asian Salmon with Sesame and Ginger for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Half-Glazed Asian Salmon with Sesame and Ginger?

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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