Pan-Seared Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccolini

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This dish pairs perfectly crisp-skinned salmon with a glossy soy-ginger glaze and lightly sautéed broccolini tossed with toasted sesame seeds for a vibrant Asian-inspired meal. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs skin-on, 6 oz each salmon fillets, soy sauce, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season 4 skin-on salmon fillets with black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden.
  4. Step 4: Flip the salmon and brush generously with half of the soy-ginger glaze. Cook for another 3 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glazed.
  5. Step 5: While the salmon cooks, heat a second skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tsp vegetable oil and 2 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Add 1 lb trimmed broccolini and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Pour remaining glaze over broccolini and toss to coat.
  7. Step 7: Serve the salmon fillets atop the broccolini, garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccolini 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccolini?

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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccolini?

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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccolini 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccolini 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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