Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Soy Glaze and Ginger Rice

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Salmon fillets pan-seared to a golden crust and glazed with a sticky honey-soy sauce, served over fragrant ginger-infused jasmine rice. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 25 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until clear, then combine with 1 1/4 cups water and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
  2. Step 2: While rice cooks, pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly on both sides.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets, skin-side down if applicable, and sear for 4-5 minutes until crispy and golden.
  4. Step 4: Flip salmon and cook for 3 minutes on the other side until just cooked through.
  5. Step 5: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp soy sauce, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Pour glaze over salmon in the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, spooning the glaze to coat the fillets and thicken slightly.
  6. Step 6: Fluff the ginger rice with a fork and stir in 2 thinly sliced green onions.
  7. Step 7: Serve salmon fillets atop the ginger rice, garnished with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Soy Glaze and Ginger Rice take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Honey-Soy Glaze and Ginger Rice?

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 6 oz each salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Soy Glaze and Ginger Rice?

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 Honey-Soy Glaze and Ginger Rice 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 Honey-Soy Glaze and Ginger Rice?

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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