Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso-Ginger Glaze and Bok Choy Stir Fry
Salmon fillets glazed with a savory miso and ginger sauce, pan-seared to perfection and paired with quick sautéed bok choy for an Asian-inspired dinner. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets, white miso paste, grated fresh ginger 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), skin on salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 4 heads, halved lengthwise baby bok choy
- 3 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp, for garnish toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 2 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets with skin on. Brush both sides evenly with half of the miso-ginger glaze. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
- Step 4: Flip the salmon and cook for 2-3 minutes more until cooked through but still moist. Brush the salmon with remaining glaze during the last minute of cooking.
- Step 5: Remove salmon from skillet and tent with foil to keep warm.
- Step 6: In the same skillet, add 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 7: Add 4 halved baby bok choy and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender but still bright green. Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 8: Serve the glazed salmon over the sautéed bok choy, garnished with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso-Ginger Glaze and Bok Choy Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Miso-Ginger Glaze and Bok Choy Stir Fry?
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 white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso-Ginger Glaze and Bok Choy Stir Fry?
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 Miso-Ginger Glaze and Bok Choy Stir Fry 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 Miso-Ginger Glaze and Bok Choy Stir Fry?
Japanese 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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