Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso Honey Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy

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Salmon fillets pan-seared and brushed with a sweet-savory miso honey glaze, accompanied by quickly sautéed sesame bok choy. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, skin on, white miso paste, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 Fusion cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp rice vinegar until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place salmon skin side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp.
  3. Step 3: Flip salmon and brush tops generously with half the miso honey glaze. Cook an additional 2-3 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil and 3 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add 8 halved baby bok choy and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender but still bright green. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
  6. Step 6: Plate salmon atop bok choy and drizzle with remaining miso honey glaze. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso Honey Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy 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 Honey Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy?

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 Honey Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy?

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 Honey Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy 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 Honey Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy?

Asian Fusion 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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