One-Pot Sticky Salmon
Make dinner a breeze with this One-Pot Sticky Salmon recipe! Ready in under 30 minutes, this sweet and savory dish is healthy, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the glaze:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for a little heat
For the dish:
- 4 salmon fillets skin-on or off
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 small zucchini sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup sugar snap peas or green beans
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Step 2: Sear the Salmon
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or shallow pan over medium heat. Place the salmon fillets in the pan, skin-side down (if using skin-on). Sear for about 3 minutes until golden brown. Flip the fillets and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove the salmon and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Veggies
- In the same pan, toss in the bell pepper, zucchini, and sugar snap peas. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
Step 4: Add the Glaze
- Pour the glaze over the vegetables, stirring to coat evenly. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to thicken slightly.
Step 5: Return the Salmon
- Nestle the salmon fillets back into the pan, spooning some glaze over the top. Cover and let it cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze is sticky and shiny.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy!
- Serve your sticky salmon over rice, quinoa, or noodles. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions for that extra wow factor.