Pan-Seared Salmon with Teriyaki Glaze and Pickled Ginger

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Salmon fillets pan-seared to a golden crust and finished with a sweet-savory teriyaki glaze, accented by tangy pickled ginger. This japanese-inspired sushi (gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 Japanese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup mirin, 2 tbsp sake, and 2 tbsp brown sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and place skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3 minutes until just cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Brush the teriyaki glaze generously over the salmon fillets and cook for another 1 minute to warm the glaze.
  5. Step 5: Serve the salmon topped with thinly sliced 1/4 cup pickled ginger and 2 thinly sliced scallions for brightness.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Teriyaki Glaze and Pickled Ginger 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 Teriyaki Glaze and Pickled Ginger?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Salmon with Teriyaki Glaze and Pickled Ginger?

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 Teriyaki Glaze and Pickled Ginger 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 Teriyaki Glaze and Pickled Ginger 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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