Soy-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Stir-Fried Rice

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Pan-seared salmon glazed with a savory soy sauce reduction paired with fluffy scallion and sesame stir-fried rice. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, low sodium soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 minced garlic cloves until fully combined.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin side down, and sear for 5 minutes until crispy and golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip salmon and brush the soy-honey glaze evenly over the top. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon to a warm plate and tent with foil. In the same skillet, heat 2 tbsp sesame oil over medium heat.
  5. Step 5: Add 3 cups cold cooked jasmine rice and 1/2 cup chopped scallions. Stir-fry for 5 minutes, breaking up any clumps and mixing until rice is heated through and scallions are fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Season rice with 1/2 tsp black pepper and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top. Serve the soy-glazed salmon atop the scallion sesame rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Soy-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Stir-Fried Rice 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 Soy-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Stir-Fried Rice?

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-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Stir-Fried Rice?

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-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Stir-Fried Rice 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-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Stir-Fried Rice?

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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