Pan-Seared Salmon with Maple-Soy Glaze and Sesame Snap Peas

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A quick pan-seared salmon dish featuring a sweet and savory maple-soy glaze paired with crisp-tender sesame snap peas. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, maple syrup, soy sauce 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: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 4 salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until crispy and golden.
  2. Step 2: Flip salmon and cook for an additional 3 minutes. While salmon cooks, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger in a small bowl.
  3. Step 3: Remove salmon to a plate and set aside. In the same skillet, add 2 tsp sesame oil and 12 oz trimmed snap peas. Sauté over medium heat for 3 minutes until snap peas are bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Pour the maple-soy mixture into the skillet with snap peas and cook, stirring gently, for 2 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the snap peas.
  5. Step 5: Return salmon to the skillet, spoon glaze over the fillets, and cook for 1 minute to warm through. Remove from heat, drizzle with 1 tbsp lime juice, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Maple-Soy Glaze and Sesame Snap Peas 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 Maple-Soy Glaze and Sesame Snap Peas?

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 Maple-Soy Glaze and Sesame Snap Peas?

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 Maple-Soy Glaze and Sesame Snap Peas 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.

Is Pan-Seared Salmon with Maple-Soy Glaze and Sesame Snap Peas gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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