Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus Soy Glaze and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

Crisp-skinned salmon fillets glazed with a tangy citrus soy sauce and finished with fresh scallions for brightness. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp, fresh orange juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp, grated ginger
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2, thinly sliced green onions
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated ginger until well combined.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with 1/2 tsp black pepper.
3. Step 3: Place salmon fillets skin side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden. Flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
4. Step 4: Pour the citrus soy glaze over the salmon in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, spooning the glaze over the fillets until it thickens slightly and coats the salmon.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 thinly sliced green onions on top before serving.