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Easy Honey Soy Glazed Salmon Recipe with Sesame Bok Choy for Perfect Dinner

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A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring salmon glazed with a tangy-sweet honey soy sauce and served with crunchy sesame bok choy. This recipe is forgiving, flavorful, and perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each), skin-on for crispiness
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
  • 1 lb baby bok choy, halved or quartered
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 small garlic clove, thinly sliced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Mix the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
  2. Prep the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to help the glaze stick better. Season lightly with black pepper.
  3. Cook the salmon: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small drizzle of neutral oil if needed. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving, until the skin is crispy and golden. Flip carefully using a fish spatula.
  4. Glaze the salmon: Once flipped, pour the prepared glaze over the salmon in the pan. Spoon the glaze over the fillets as they finish cooking for 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the fish without burning. Watch closely.
  5. Prepare the bok choy: While salmon cooks, heat 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add sliced garlic (if using) and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Toss in bok choy and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp. Add 1 tablespoon soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste, then sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
  6. Serve immediately: Plate the salmon fillets alongside the sesame bok choy. Drizzle any remaining glaze from the pan over the top and enjoy.

Notes

Keep an eye on the glaze during cooking to prevent burning as honey caramelizes quickly. Pat salmon dry before cooking for crispy skin. Use medium-high heat to crisp skin, then lower heat when glazing. Avoid overcrowding the pan. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Vegan option: replace salmon with tofu and honey with maple syrup. Serve with steamed jasmine rice or quinoa for a complete meal. Store leftovers separately and reheat gently on stovetop.

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Keywords: salmon, honey soy glaze, sesame bok choy, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, healthy, gluten-free option

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