Pan-Seared Salmon with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame Broccoli

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Crisp-skinned salmon glazed with a savory ginger-soy sauce, served alongside tender broccoli tossed in toasted sesame oil and seeds for an Asian-inspired dinner. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, skin on, fresh ginger, grated, soy sauce 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: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 2 minced garlic cloves until combined and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is crisp, then flip and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Pour the ginger-soy glaze over the salmon in the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes, spooning glaze over the fish until it thickens and coats the fillets.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, steam 4 cups broccoli florets until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Toss the steamed broccoli with 2 tsp toasted sesame oil and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
  5. Step 5: Serve the glazed salmon fillets over or alongside the sesame broccoli.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame 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 Pan-Seared Salmon with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame Broccoli?

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 fresh ginger, grated from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Salmon with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame 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 Pan-Seared Salmon with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame Broccoli 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.

What goes well with Pan-Seared Salmon with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame 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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