Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Soy Glaze and Sesame Broccoli
Tender salmon fillets pan-seared to golden perfection, glazed with a sweet and savory honey-soy sauce, served with crisp-tender sesame broccoli. 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 400 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
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- 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 well combined and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then place skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden.
- Step 3: Flip salmon and pour the honey-soy glaze over the fillets. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, spooning the glaze continuously until the salmon is cooked through and glazed.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add 4 cups broccoli florets and sauté for 5-6 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Season with a pinch of salt.
- Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the broccoli and toss to combine. Serve the glazed salmon atop the sesame broccoli.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-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 Honey-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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-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 Honey-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 Honey-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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