Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso-Ginger Glaze and Sesame Broccoli
Delicate salmon fillets pan-seared to golden perfection, glazed with a savory miso-ginger sauce, served alongside crisp sesame broccoli. This japanese-inspired seafood (low carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets, white miso paste, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 minced garlic clove until smooth to create the glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon and brush each fillet generously with the miso-ginger glaze. Cook an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, steam 4 cups broccoli florets until bright green and tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Toss broccoli with 1 tbsp sesame oil and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
- Step 5: Serve the glazed salmon over the sesame broccoli, spooning any extra glaze from the pan on top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso-Ginger 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 Miso-Ginger 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 white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso-Ginger 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 Miso-Ginger 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.
Is Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso-Ginger Glaze and Sesame Broccoli low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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