Pan-Seared Salmon with Hot Chili and Ginger Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-27 · Updated 2026-06-27

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Salmon fillets pan-seared to crisp perfection and glazed with a spicy, aromatic chili and ginger sauce. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 12 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, 6 oz each, skin on salmon fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
2 tbsp red chili paste
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp lime juice
2 stalks, thinly sliced green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season skin side lightly with salt. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes without moving until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
Step 3: Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 2 minutes while you prepare the glaze.
Step 4: In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp red chili paste, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp lime juice.
Step 5: Spoon the glaze over the salmon fillets and cook for another 1-2 minutes, spooning the sauce over the top until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze thickens slightly.
Step 6: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions, and serve immediately.