Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Snap Peas
A quick weeknight dinner with pan-seared salmon coated in savory-sweet soy-ginger glaze, served with fresh snap peas. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 cup trimmed snap peas
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 minced garlic clove in a small bowl to make glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden.
- Step 3: Flip salmon, pour glaze over top, and add 2 tbsp water to the skillet. Cover and reduce heat to medium; cook for 5-6 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze has thickened.
- Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup trimmed snap peas and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Place salmon on a plate, top with snap peas, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Snap Peas take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Snap Peas?
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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Snap Peas?
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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Snap Peas 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Snap Peas?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 10-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★☆☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
