Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Soba Noodles
A quick Asian-inspired dish featuring succulent salmon glazed with teriyaki sauce and served over chewy soba noodles. This asian-inspired seafood (low-carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, soba noodles, teriyaki sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add soba noodles and cook for 6-8 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, mirin, and brown sugar. Set aside.
- Step 3: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
- Step 4: Brush teriyaki glaze over salmon. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the fish.
- Step 5: Toss cooked noodles with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve salmon on top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Soba Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Soba Noodles?
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 Soba Noodles?
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 Soba Noodles 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 Soba Noodles low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to seafood dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★★
Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.