Honey-Sesame Glazed Salmon
Salmon fillets coated in a sweet-savory glaze with sesame seeds and garlic, creating a restaurant-quality dish in minutes. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz) salmon fillets, sesame oil, honey 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Step 2: Place 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp rice vinegar.
- Step 4: Brush the sauce evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Step 5: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the sauce is caramelized.
- Step 6: Sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Sesame Glazed Salmon 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 Honey-Sesame Glazed Salmon?
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 (6 oz) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Sesame Glazed Salmon?
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-Sesame Glazed Salmon 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-Sesame Glazed Salmon?
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
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order asian delivery again.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
