Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus Soy Glaze and Snow Pea Stir Fry

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Tender pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a tangy citrus soy sauce, paired with crisp snow peas stir-fried with garlic and ginger. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets, divided salt, divided black pepper 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 4 salmon fillets dry and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes without moving until skin is crisp and edges are golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip the fillets and cook for another 3 minutes until salmon is just cooked through. Remove salmon and keep warm.
  4. Step 4: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add 12 oz trimmed snow peas and stir-fry over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  6. Step 6: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar in a bowl. Pour this sauce into the skillet and cook for 1 minute until it thickens slightly and coats the snow peas.
  7. Step 7: Return salmon to the skillet briefly to warm through and spoon some glaze over the fillets.
  8. Step 8: Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus Soy Glaze and Snow Pea Stir Fry 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 Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus Soy Glaze and Snow Pea Stir Fry?

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 divided salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus Soy Glaze and Snow Pea Stir Fry?

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 Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus Soy Glaze and Snow Pea Stir Fry 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.

Is Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus Soy Glaze and Snow Pea Stir Fry gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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