Sake-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Scallions

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A Japanese-inspired dish where salmon is marinated in sake and mirin, then grilled to perfect doneness with a glossy glaze and fresh ginger garnish for true umami depth. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 37 minutes pairs grams salmon fillets, milliliters sake, milliliters mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 3.9 (12 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 450 grams salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then place in a shallow dish.
  2. Step 2: Whisk 60 milliliters sake, 30 milliliters mirin, 15 milliliters soy sauce, and 10 milliliters sesame oil in a bowl; pour over salmon, coating evenly.
  3. Step 3: Thinly slice 15 grams fresh ginger and 4 scallions (white parts only) into matchsticks; add to salmon mixture and marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F/190°C) and oil grates well.
  5. Step 5: Remove salmon from marinade, discarding excess, and place skin-side down on grill; cook for 6-7 minutes until edges are slightly crisp and salmon releases easily from grill.
  6. Step 6: Flip salmon, brush with remaining marinade, and cook 3-4 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare.
  7. Step 7: Transfer to plate, top with reserved ginger and scallion greens, and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sake-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 37 minutes (25 min prep + 12 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 Sake-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Scallions?

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 grams salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sake-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Scallions?

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 Sake-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Scallions for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Sake-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Scallions?

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.

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