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asian salmon and noodles
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asian salmon and noodles

Flaky, tender salmon glazed with a sweet and savory soy-ginger sauce, served over a bed of slurp-worthy noodles tossed in sesame and garlic. A fast and flavorful dinner packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Salmon:
  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • ½ teaspoon sriracha optional
  • For the Noodles:
  • 8 oz rice noodles or thin spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • Optional: sliced green onions shredded carrots, cucumber ribbons, or chopped cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Sauce & Marinate Salmon:
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sriracha. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Pour half of the sauce over the salmon and let marinate while you prep the noodles (about 10–15 minutes).
  3. Cook the Noodles:
  4. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and toss with sesame oil, garlic, soy sauce, hoisin, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds. Set aside.
  5. Cook the Salmon:
  6. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon skin-side down (if using) for 3–4 minutes, then flip and cook another 3–4 minutes or until cooked through. Brush with remaining sauce during the last minute of cooking.
  7. Assemble and Serve:
  8. Divide noodles among bowls. Top with a salmon fillet and garnish with green onions, carrots, or cilantro if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Baked salmon option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes instead of pan-searing.
  • Add veggies: Stir-fry snap peas, bell peppers, or broccoli to toss with the noodles.
  • Make it spicy: Add extra sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Storage: Store salmon and noodles separately in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently.