Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus Soy Glaze and Scallion Garnish

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Delicate salmon fillets pan-seared to a golden finish, topped with a tangy citrus soy glaze and fresh scallions for brightness. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, fresh orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 8 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Stir until sugar dissolves and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (5 oz each) and season both sides with 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan and sear for 4 minutes until the edges turn crispy and golden.
  5. Step 5: Flip the fillets carefully and pour the citrus soy glaze over them. Cook for another 3 minutes, spooning the glaze over the salmon to thicken slightly and coat the flesh.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 3 thinly sliced green onions before serving.

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