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Flavorful Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with Easy Sesame Ginger Bok Choy Sides

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A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring salmon fillets glazed with a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce paired with lightly cooked sesame ginger bok choy. This recipe balances bold flavors with simple ingredients for a comforting yet impressive meal.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz salmon fillets, skin-on (wild-caught preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (local, raw preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium optional)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 lb bok choy, washed and halved (baby bok choy works too)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season lightly with black pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Place salmon skin-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes until edges turn golden and crisp. Flip carefully.
  4. Pour the honey garlic glaze over the salmon in the pan. Reduce heat to medium-low and spoon the glaze over the fillets repeatedly for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats the fish in a shiny glaze. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  5. While the salmon cooks, heat sesame oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add minced ginger and garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  6. Add bok choy halves cut-side down and cook for 2 minutes. Drizzle soy sauce over bok choy, sprinkle red pepper flakes if using, then cover and steam for 2-3 minutes until tender but still vibrant green.
  7. Remove lid, toss bok choy gently to coat, and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top.
  8. Serve salmon fillets immediately with sesame ginger bok choy on the side. Spoon any extra glaze from the pan over the salmon for an extra glossy finish.

Notes

If glaze thickens too fast or starts to burn, lower heat and add a splash of water to loosen it. Use a hot pan for a crispy salmon skin and avoid flipping too early. Fresh ginger and garlic are key for flavor; pre-mince or grate ahead to save time. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. For a spicy twist, add sriracha to the glaze. Oven-baking option: bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, then broil for 1 minute to caramelize glaze.

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