Honey-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Sesame
A sticky-sweet glaze with fresh ginger and toasted sesame creates an elegant yet effortless weeknight dinner that pairs perfectly with steamed rice. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet, skin-side up.
- Step 2: Whisk together honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth. Brush half the mixture evenly over salmon fillets.
- Step 3: Bake for 12-14 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, then brush with remaining glaze.
- Step 4: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sesame seeds over top, then broil for 1 minute until seeds are golden and edges are crispy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Honey-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Sesame?
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 honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Sesame?
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-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Sesame 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-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Sesame?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
