Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso-Maple Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy
Tender pan-seared salmon fillets coated with a sweet-savory miso-maple glaze served alongside sesame-sautéed bok choy for a balanced Asian-inspired meal. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs 170 g each salmon fillets, white miso paste, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces, 170 g each salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 500 g, halved lengthwise baby bok choy
- 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, and 1 tbsp soy sauce until smooth and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry 4 salmon fillets and place skin-side down. Cook for 5 minutes until the skin is crisp.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon and brush the miso-maple glaze generously over the flesh side. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze is caramelized.
- Step 4: In a separate skillet, heat 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil over medium heat. Add 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 5: Add 500 g halved baby bok choy, cooking for 4-5 minutes until tender but still bright green, stirring occasionally.
- Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp sesame seeds over the bok choy and serve immediately alongside the glazed salmon fillets.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso-Maple 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-Maple 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 170 g each salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Salmon with Miso-Maple 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-Maple 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-Maple Glaze and Sesame Bok Choy?
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.
