Sesame-Ginger Salmon with Stir-Fried Bok Choy and Mushrooms

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Pan-seared salmon glazed with a savory sesame-ginger sauce served alongside quick stir-fried bok choy and shiitake mushrooms. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (5 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 420 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp honey to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy and golden, then flip and brush generously with half the glaze. Cook another 3-4 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
  3. Step 3: In another skillet, heat remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and 3 chopped heads of bok choy. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until bok choy wilts and mushrooms soften.
  4. Step 4: Add remaining glaze and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to the vegetables. Toss for 1-2 minutes until vegetables are coated and heated through.
  5. Step 5: Plate salmon topped with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds alongside the glazed bok choy and mushrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sesame-Ginger Salmon with Stir-Fried Bok Choy and Mushrooms take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Salmon with Stir-Fried Bok Choy and Mushrooms?

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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame-Ginger Salmon with Stir-Fried Bok Choy and Mushrooms?

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 Salmon with Stir-Fried Bok Choy and Mushrooms 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 Salmon with Stir-Fried Bok Choy and Mushrooms?

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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