Pan-Roasted Salmon with Citrus Ginger Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

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Tender salmon fillets pan-roasted to perfection and finished with a bright, tangy glaze featuring fresh ginger and orange zest. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, skin on, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 370 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets, skin on
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp orange zest
2 tbsp green onions, sliced

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Instructions

Step 1: Season 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then place salmon skin-side down. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden.
Step 3: Flip the fillets and cook for 2-3 more minutes until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily.
Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp orange zest.
Step 5: Pour the citrus ginger glaze into the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, spooning the sauce over the salmon until it thickens and coats the fillets.
Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp sliced green onions before serving with steamed vegetables or rice.