Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame

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Salmon fillets basted with a simple honey-soy glaze and toasted sesame seeds, creating a sweet-savory finish in under 20 minutes. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 18 minutes pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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.

★ 4.3 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl to make glaze.
  2. Step 2: Pat 14 oz salmon fillets dry. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush generously with glaze and arrange 1 tbsp sesame seeds evenly over the top.
  3. Step 3: Broil on high for 8 minutes until edges are slightly crisp and glaze is bubbling.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped green onions. Let rest for 3 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 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 salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with 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 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 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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