Orange-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli

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Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a bright orange sauce, paired with crisp-tender broccoli stir-fried in a sesame-ginger dressing. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, orange juice, 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: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season 2 salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until edges are crispy.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and pour the orange glaze over the fillets. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, spooning glaze over the fish until it thickens and coats the salmon.
  4. Step 4: While salmon cooks, heat 2 tsp sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the broccoli. Toss briefly and remove from heat.
  6. Step 6: Serve the glazed salmon alongside the sesame ginger broccoli, spooning extra glaze from the pan over the salmon.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Orange-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli 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 Orange-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Orange-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli?

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 Orange-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli 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 Orange-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Ginger Stir-Fried Broccoli?

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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