NEXA-Style Pan-Seared Salmon Fillets
Salmon fillets seared to perfection with a ginger-scallion glaze, served over a bed of sautéed bok choy. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 27 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, sesame oil, minced fresh ginger 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. 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
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 3, thinly sliced scallions
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 12 oz, trimmed and halved bok choy
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down in skillet; cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp. Flip, reduce heat to medium, and cook 3-4 more minutes until fish flakes easily.
- Step 3: While salmon cooks, whisk 1 tbsp minced ginger, 3 sliced scallions, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar in a bowl. Add 12 oz halved bok choy and 2 minced garlic cloves to skillet; cook 5 minutes until bok choy is tender. Remove salmon, pour glaze over bok choy, and toss to coat.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does NEXA-Style Pan-Seared Salmon Fillets take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 NEXA-Style Pan-Seared Salmon Fillets?
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 NEXA-Style Pan-Seared Salmon Fillets?
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 NEXA-Style Pan-Seared Salmon Fillets 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 NEXA-Style Pan-Seared Salmon Fillets?
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
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
