Flavorful Sesame Ginger Glazed Salmon
A quick and easy salmon recipe featuring a sticky, sweet, and savory sesame ginger glaze that delivers restaurant-quality flavor perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 4 skin-on salmon fillets, about 6 ounces each (wild-caught if possible)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger, and 2 cloves minced garlic until well combined. Set aside.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Lightly season with freshly ground black pepper.
- Heat a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes until hot.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot pan. Press gently with a spatula for 10 seconds to prevent curling. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and releases easily from the pan.
- Carefully flip the salmon. Pour half the prepared glaze over the fillets, spooning it on top. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, spooning glaze occasionally, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the salmon from the pan and place on serving plates. Drizzle remaining glaze over the top.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately while warm and sticky.
Notes
If glaze thickens or burns, lower heat and add a splash of water to loosen. Use fresh grated ginger for best flavor. Do not rush searing the skin side to get crispy skin. Salmon continues to cook after removal from heat, so avoid overcooking. Glaze can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (6 o
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 34
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