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Ginger soy glazed salmon served with rice and steamed vegetables

Ginger Soy Glazed Salmon

A quick and flavorful salmon recipe with soy sauce, honey, and ginger. Baked to perfection with a sweet and savory glaze—ready in minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for thicker glaze
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced, for garnish
  • sesame seeds for garnish
  • cooked rice or quinoa for serving

Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • Shallow dish or resealable bag
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Food thermometer

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ginger, honey, garlic, sesame oil, and rice vinegar until smooth. Add cornstarch if a thicker glaze is desired.
  2. Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour half of the glaze over the salmon, reserving the rest for basting. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place salmon skin-side down and bake for 12–15 minutes, basting halfway through with the reserved glaze.
  4. Check for doneness—salmon should flake easily and reach 145°F internally. Let rest a couple of minutes, then baste again. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with rice or quinoa.

Notes

Marinate for at least 30 minutes for flavor depth. Cornstarch helps glaze stick better. Add chili flakes for heat. Store leftovers in the fridge or freeze up to 3 months.