Sesame-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Stir-Fried Broccoli

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Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a sesame-ginger sauce and served alongside crisp-tender stir-fried broccoli. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, soy sauce, sesame oil 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 cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp brown sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tbsp vegetable oil and carefully place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the edges are crispy and golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and pour half of the prepared glaze over the fillets. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, spooning glaze over the top, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon and keep warm. In the same skillet, add 4 cups broccoli florets and 1/4 cup water. Cover and steam for 3 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Remove cover, add the rest of the glaze, and stir-fry broccoli for 1 more minute until sauce thickens and coats the florets.
  6. Step 6: Plate salmon over the broccoli and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions for a fresh finish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sesame-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Stir-Fried Broccoli 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 Sesame-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Stir-Fried Broccoli?

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 6 oz each salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Stir-Fried Broccoli?

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 Sesame-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Stir-Fried Broccoli 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 Sesame-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Stir-Fried Broccoli?

Asian 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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