Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach Stir Fry
Pan-seared salmon glazed in a sweet and savory honey-soy sauce paired with quick sesame spinach stir fry for a healthy Asian-inspired dinner. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs x 6 oz pieces, skin on salmon fillets, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 4 x 6 oz pieces, skin on salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 sliced green onions
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger to make the glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon and brush the top with half the honey-soy glaze. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze thickens slightly.
- Step 4: Remove salmon from the skillet and cover loosely with foil. Add 1 tbsp sesame oil to the same skillet, then add 6 cups baby spinach and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- Step 5: Stir in 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions. Serve the glazed salmon over the sesame spinach stir fry immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach Stir Fry 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-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach Stir Fry?
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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach Stir Fry?
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 Spinach Stir Fry 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-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach Stir Fry?
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.
