Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey Soy Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy
Tender salmon fillets pan-seared and brushed with a sweet and savory honey soy glaze served alongside quick sautéed sesame bok choy. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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 honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic clove, minced
- 8 heads baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 minced garlic clove to create the glaze. Set aside.
- 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 skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until edges are crispy.
- Step 3: Flip salmon and brush the top side with half of the honey soy glaze. Cook for another 3 minutes until salmon is just cooked through and glaze is caramelized.
- Step 4: Remove salmon from pan and keep warm. In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil and 8 halved baby bok choy. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender but still bright green.
- Step 5: Drizzle remaining honey soy glaze over the bok choy and sprinkle 1 tbsp sesame seeds on top. Serve salmon alongside sesame bok choy immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey Soy Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy 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 Honey Soy Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy?
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 Sesame Bok Choy?
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 Sesame Bok Choy 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 Sesame Bok Choy?
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.
