Honey-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Noodles

Name: Honey-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Noodles
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4

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This elegant dish pairs perfectly glazed salmon fillets with silky sesame noodles and crisp vegetables, creating a restaurant-quality meal that balances sweet, savory, and umami flavors in every satisfying bite.

Recipe Details

Units:

Metric Imperial

Servings:

Prep: 20 Cook: 25

Ingredients

680g1 1/2 lbs salmon fillets, skin-on, cut into 4 portions
300g10 oz soba noodles or whole wheat spaghetti
60ml1/4 cup honey
45ml3 tbsp soy sauce
30ml2 tbsp rice vinegar
30ml2 tbsp sesame oil
20ml4 tsp fresh ginger, grated
4 cloves4 cloves garlic, minced
30ml2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large1 large red bell pepper, julienned
200g6 oz snow peas, trimmed
2 medium2 medium carrots, julienned
4 stalks4 stalks green onions, sliced
30ml2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
30ml2 tbsp fresh lime juice
60ml1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
5ml1 tsp kosher salt
2.5ml1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Cook 300g10 oz soba noodles or whole wheat spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together 60ml1/4 cup honey, 45ml3 tbsp soy sauce, 30ml2 tbsp rice vinegar, half the 30ml2 tbsp sesame oil, 20ml4 tsp fresh ginger, and 4 cloves4 cloves garlic to create the glaze.
Season 680g1 1/2 lbs salmon fillets with 5ml1 tsp kosher salt and 2.5ml1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Heat 30ml2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place salmon skin-side up in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook 3-4 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 63°C (145°F).
Brush salmon with half the honey glaze and cook 1 minute more. Remove from heat and tent with foil.
In the same skillet, add 1 large1 large red bell pepper, 200g6 oz snow peas, and 2 medium2 medium carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add cooked noodles, remaining honey glaze, and remaining 30ml2 tbsp sesame oil. Toss everything together for 2 minutes until heated through.
Add 30ml2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 4 stalks4 stalks green onions, tossing to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Divide sesame noodles among serving plates and top each with a salmon fillet.
Garnish with 30ml2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 60ml1/4 cup fresh cilantro. Serve immediately while hot.

Ingredients

id: salmon_fillets metric: 680g imperial: 1 1/2 lbs name: salmon fillets, skin-on, cut into 4 portions
id: soba_noodles metric: 300g imperial: 10 oz name: soba noodles or whole wheat spaghetti
id: honey metric: 60ml imperial: 1/4 cup name: honey
id: soy_sauce metric: 45ml imperial: 3 tbsp name: soy sauce
id: rice_vinegar metric: 30ml imperial: 2 tbsp name: rice vinegar
id: sesame_oil metric: 30ml imperial: 2 tbsp name: sesame oil
id: fresh_ginger metric: 20ml imperial: 4 tsp name: fresh ginger, grated
id: garlic metric: 4 cloves imperial: 4 cloves name: garlic, minced
id: vegetable_oil metric: 30ml imperial: 2 tbsp name: vegetable oil
id: red_bell_pepper metric: 1 large imperial: 1 large name: red bell pepper, julienned
id: snow_peas metric: 200g imperial: 6 oz name: snow peas, trimmed
id: carrots metric: 2 medium imperial: 2 medium name: carrots, julienned
id: green_onions metric: 4 stalks imperial: 4 stalks name: green onions, sliced
id: sesame_seeds metric: 30ml imperial: 2 tbsp name: toasted sesame seeds
id: lime_juice metric: 30ml imperial: 2 tbsp name: fresh lime juice
id: cilantro metric: 60ml imperial: 1/4 cup name: fresh cilantro, chopped
id: salt metric: 5ml imperial: 1 tsp name: kosher salt
id: black_pepper metric: 2.5ml imperial: 1/2 tsp name: freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Cook {soba_noodles} according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together {honey}, {soy_sauce}, {rice_vinegar}, half the {sesame_oil}, {fresh_ginger}, and {garlic} to create the glaze.
Season {salmon_fillets} with {salt} and {black_pepper}. Heat {vegetable_oil} in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place salmon skin-side up in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook 3-4 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 63°C (145°F).
Brush salmon with half the honey glaze and cook 1 minute more. Remove from heat and tent with foil.
In the same skillet, add {red_bell_pepper}, {snow_peas}, and {carrots}. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add cooked noodles, remaining honey glaze, and remaining {sesame_oil}. Toss everything together for 2 minutes until heated through.
Add {lime_juice} and {green_onions}, tossing to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Divide sesame noodles among serving plates and top each with a salmon fillet.
Garnish with {sesame_seeds} and {cilantro}. Serve immediately while hot.

Tips

Salmon Selection: Choose thick, center-cut fillets for even cooking. Leave the skin on to help hold the fish together and add flavor.

Noodle Prep: Rinse cooked noodles with cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking. This also helps them absorb the sauce better.

Glaze Timing: Apply the glaze in the last minute of cooking to prevent burning. The sugars in honey caramelize quickly at high heat.

Vegetable Texture: Keep vegetables crisp-tender for the best texture contrast with the silky noodles. Don't overcook them.

Temperature Control: Use medium-high heat for the salmon to get a good sear without burning the exterior before the inside cooks through.

Make-Ahead: The glaze can be prepared up to 2 days ahead. Cook components fresh for best texture.

Substitutions: Try arctic char or steelhead trout instead of salmon, or use udon noodles for a different texture.

Serving Temperature: This dish is best served immediately while everything is hot and the flavors are at their peak.