Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice and Steamed Broccoli
Pan-seared salmon glazed with a honey-ginger sauce served alongside fragrant sesame rice and crisp steamed broccoli. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets, finely grated fresh ginger, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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), skin on salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked jasmine rice
- 3 cups water
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice and 3 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce 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, steam 4 cups broccoli florets over boiling water for 5-6 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp salt. Keep warm.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger to make the glaze.
- Step 4: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is crisp.
- Step 5: Flip salmon and brush the tops with half the honey-ginger glaze. Cook an additional 3-4 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
- Step 6: Remove salmon from heat and brush with remaining glaze. Fluff rice with a fork and stir in 1 tbsp sesame oil and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
- Step 7: Serve salmon over sesame rice alongside steamed broccoli.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice and Steamed Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice and Steamed Broccoli?
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 finely grated fresh ginger from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice and Steamed 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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice and Steamed 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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice and Steamed Broccoli?
Asian Fusion 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.
