Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Snap Peas

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Pan-seared salmon fillets finished with a glossy soy-ginger glaze, served alongside quick-sautéed snap peas with toasted sesame seeds. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, skin on, soy sauce, fresh ginger, grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 390 cal/serving
Plan a meal with the AI → Order on Instacart →

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 2 minced garlic cloves to form the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and place skin-side down. Cook for 5-6 minutes without moving until skin is crisp.
  3. Step 3: Flip salmon and pour glaze over the fillets. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, spooning glaze over the tops until salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky and caramelized.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon from skillet and keep warm. In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil and 12 oz trimmed snap peas. Sauté over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until snap peas are bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Toss snap peas with 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds and garnish with 2 sliced green onions. Serve snap peas alongside salmon with remaining glaze drizzled on top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Snap Peas take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 Snap Peas 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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.

Related recipes

Equipment for this recipe

Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.

More Knives & cutting boards → Shop all kitchen tools →