Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Soy Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy

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Delicate salmon fillets pan-seared and glazed with a honey-soy sauce, paired with quick-sautéed sesame bok choy. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs 6 oz each, skin on salmon fillets, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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.

★ 4.5 (8 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 370 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 2 minced garlic cloves until combined and glossy.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and cook for another 2 minutes. Pour the honey-soy glaze over the salmon and cook for 1-2 minutes more, spooning the glaze over the fillets until it thickens slightly and coats the fish.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon from skillet and keep warm. In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil and 1 lb halved baby bok choy. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until bok choy edges are tender and slightly wilted but still vibrant green.
  5. Step 5: Plate the salmon atop the bok choy, drizzle with any remaining glaze, sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the top before serving.

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 soy sauce 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.

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