Ginger Soy Glazed Salmon (Printable)

Pan-seared salmon with a sweet and savory ginger-soy glaze, perfect for an easy dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish

01 - 4 skin-on salmon fillets, 6 oz each
02 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Glaze

04 - 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
05 - 2 tablespoons honey
06 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

→ Garnish

10 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
11 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
12 - Lemon or lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
02 - Combine low-sodium soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl; whisk until smooth.
03 - Place a large nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of neutral oil if desired to prevent sticking.
04 - Set salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet and cook undisturbed for 4 minutes to achieve a crisp skin.
05 - Flip each fillet carefully and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the flesh side to cook through.
06 - Lower heat to medium-low; pour the prepared glaze evenly over the fillets and cook while spooning the sauce over them for 2 to 3 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze thickens slightly.
07 - Remove from heat and plate immediately; spoon extra glaze from the skillet over each fillet and garnish with toasted sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and citrus wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks impressive but comes together faster than takeout arrives.
  • The glaze does all the heavy lifting, turning simple fillets into something you actually crave.
  • Crispy skin and tender fish happen in the same pan with zero drama.
02 -
  • If your salmon sticks when you try to flip it, it's not ready. Give it another minute and it'll release on its own.
  • Don't let the glaze boil hard or it'll turn sticky and bitter instead of glossy and balanced.
03 -
  • Use a fish spatula if you have one, the thin edge slides under the skin without tearing it.
  • Taste the glaze before adding it to the pan, if it's too salty, whisk in a little more honey or vinegar to correct it.
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