Honey-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens
Pan-seared salmon with a sweet-spicy glaze, served atop a bed of blistered kale and garlic-sesame greens for a vibrant, nutrient-packed meal. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 33 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, honey, sriracha sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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 each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 4 cups, stems removed kale
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon fillets dry and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is crispy, then flip and cook 3-4 minutes more until opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sriracha, and 1 tsp rice vinegar. Brush half the mixture over salmon and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 1 tbsp sesame oil to the same skillet. Sauté 3 minced garlic cloves for 1 minute until fragrant, then add 4 cups kale and cook for 3-4 minutes until wilted and slightly blistered.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sesame seeds, then add remaining honey-sriracha glaze. Cook for 1 minute until bubbly.
- Step 5: Place salmon on top of kale, drizzle with any pan sauce, and garnish with extra sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 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-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens?
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-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens?
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-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens 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-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens?
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
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better seafood dishes though.
