Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Sesame
Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and savory honey-soy sauce, enhanced by fresh ginger and toasted sesame seeds. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 2 salmon fillets dry and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Place salmon skin-side up and sear for 4 minutes until golden brown.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon and reduce heat to medium. Cook for 3 more minutes until salmon is nearly cooked through.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar.
- Step 5: Pour the sauce over the salmon in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, spooning the glaze over the fillets, until the sauce thickens and coats the salmon.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 tbsp sliced green onions over the salmon before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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-Soy 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy 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-Soy Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Sesame 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-Soy 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.
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