Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions

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Pan-seared salmon fillets with a sticky-sweet teriyaki glaze, topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp teriyaki sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1/2 tsp minced ginger until combined.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat 4 salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper. Place in skillet and cook for 4 minutes without moving.
  3. Step 3: Flip salmon and spoon 1/2 the glaze over the top. Cook for 3-4 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily, basting occasionally with remaining glaze.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon and pour excess oil and glaze into skillet. Add 1 tbsp sesame seeds and cook for 1 minute until toasted, then stir in 2 sliced scallions and cook for 30 seconds more.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle sesame mixture over salmon and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions 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 Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions?

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 Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions?

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 Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions 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 Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions?

Japanese 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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