Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Stir-Fried Vegetables
Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with homemade teriyaki sauce, served alongside vibrant sesame stir-fried vegetables for a balanced Asian-inspired meal. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium, julienned carrot
- 1 medium, sliced red bell pepper
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2, sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp mirin, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon; remove from heat.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until the skin is crisp.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon and brush generously with half of the teriyaki sauce. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until salmon is cooked through but still moist.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 medium julienned carrot, and 1 medium sliced red bell pepper.
- Step 5: Stir-fry the vegetables for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and toss.
- Step 6: Serve the teriyaki-glazed salmon over the stir-fried vegetables. Drizzle remaining teriyaki sauce on top and garnish with 2 sliced green onions.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Stir-Fried Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Stir-Fried Vegetables?
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 Stir-Fried Vegetables?
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 Stir-Fried Vegetables 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 Stir-Fried Vegetables?
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.
