Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice & Bok Choy

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Flaky salmon fillets coated in a sweet-savory teriyaki glaze, served over nutty sesame rice and tender bok choy for a quick, restaurant-quality Asian-inspired meal. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs Salmon fillets, Soy sauce, Mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 25 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk together soy sauce, mirin, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl to make teriyaki glaze.
  2. Step 2: Cook brown rice according to package directions (about 40 minutes). Fluff with a fork and stir in 1 tsp rice vinegar and 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add bok choy and cook for 5 minutes until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
  4. Step 4: Pat salmon dry and brush generously with teriyaki glaze. Heat a separate skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tsp oil. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 6-7 minutes until skin is crispy and salmon is medium-rare. Flip and cook 2-3 minutes more, brushing with remaining glaze.
  5. Step 5: Serve salmon over sesame rice with bok choy on the side. Drizzle any remaining glaze over the salmon and sprinkle with extra sesame seeds.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice & Bok Choy take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Rice & Bok Choy?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice & Bok Choy?

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 Rice & Bok Choy 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.

Is Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Rice & Bok Choy gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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