Maple-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Sesame Stir-Fried Bok Choy

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Tender salmon fillets coated with a maple glaze, served with vibrant bok choy stir-fried in ginger and sesame oil for an Asian-inspired meal. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, pure maple syrup, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Asian Fusion cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 minced garlic clove to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Place 2 salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the maple glaze. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  3. Step 3: While salmon roasts, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 minced garlic clove and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 halved baby bok choy to the skillet. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, tossing occasionally, until bok choy leaves are wilted and stems are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Remove salmon from oven and spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over fillets. Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the bok choy and salmon before serving this balanced, flavorful dish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Sesame Stir-Fried Bok Choy take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Sesame Stir-Fried Bok Choy?

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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Sesame Stir-Fried Bok Choy?

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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Sesame Stir-Fried Bok Choy 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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Ginger-Sesame Stir-Fried Bok Choy?

Asian Fusion 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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