Honey-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallion

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Tender salmon fillets glazed with a sweet honey and soy sauce, topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a bright finish. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, skin on, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 2, 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: 8 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Asian Fusion cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil until combined.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes without moving until the skin is crispy.
  4. Step 4: Flip the salmon carefully and pour the honey-soy glaze over the flesh side. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, spooning the glaze over the fish occasionally, until the salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
  5. Step 5: Remove the salmon from the pan and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions over the top before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallion take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (8 min prep + 12 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 Sesame and Scallion?

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 salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallion?

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 Sesame and Scallion for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Sesame and Scallion?

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.

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