Salmon, broccoli and sesame noodles

Tender salmon, crisp broccoli and noodles are coated in a gingery sesame sauce.

This recipe makes 4 servings and takes about 15 minutes to prepare plus 15 minutes to cook. Metric and imperial quantities are alternate measurements, so use one system rather than adding both. If you change the yield, keep the pan size and thickness of the food in mind: a crowded pan steams food and a deep baking dish can extend the cooking time.

Equipment

Set out wok or large frying pan, saucepan, tongs, thermometer. A wide pan gives moisture somewhere to evaporate; for an oven dish, leave space between pieces so heat can circulate. Use separate board and knife surfaces for raw protein and foods that will be eaten without further cooking.

Ingredients

You will need: salmon fillets, cubed: 500 g (1 lb 2 oz); egg noodles: 300 g (10½ oz); broccoli florets: 300 g (10½ oz); carrot, matchsticks: 150 g (5 oz); soy sauce: 45 ml (3 tbsp); sesame oil: 15 ml (1 tbsp); ginger, grated: 15 g (1 tbsp); spring onions, sliced: 60 g (2 oz). Gather the ingredients before heating the pan so the aromatics do not burn while a measurement is being found.

• salmon fillets, cubed — 500 g / 1 lb 2 oz
• egg noodles — 300 g / 10½ oz
• broccoli florets — 300 g / 10½ oz
• carrot, matchsticks — 150 g / 5 oz
• soy sauce — 45 ml / 3 tbsp
• sesame oil — 15 ml / 1 tbsp
• ginger, grated — 15 g / 1 tbsp
• spring onions, sliced — 60 g / 2 oz

Method

Read the full method once, then prepare the ingredients in the order listed. Keep raw and ready-to-eat ingredients separate, and wash hands and equipment after raw-protein contact.

Step 1

Cook egg noodles, adding broccoli florets for their final 3 minutes; drain.

Step 2

Stir-fry salmon cubes in sesame oil for 4 minutes, turning gently.

Step 3

Add carrot, ginger and soy sauce, then cook for 2 minutes until carrot is bright and salmon reaches 63°C/145°F.

Step 4

Toss through egg noodles and broccoli, then scatter spring onions over the finished noodles.

Cooking and safety check

Cook salmon cubes until opaque and 63°C/145°F. A time estimate and a browned surface do not prove that the centre is cooked. Use a suitable food thermometer where the ingredient or local guidance requires one, and follow the package or official instructions for the specific food.

Substitutions that respect the dish

A substitution should preserve the recipe’s job, not merely its colour. Rice noodles replace egg noodles for an egg-free option. Tamari can replace soy sauce; choose gluten-free tamari if needed, but it still contains soy. Use green beans instead of broccoli.

• Rice noodles replace egg noodles for an egg-free option.
• Tamari can replace soy sauce; choose gluten-free tamari if needed, but it still contains soy.
• Use green beans instead of broccoli.

Allergen notes

This recipe contains or may contain egg, gluten, fish, sesame, soy. Check every packaged ingredient because formulations and cross-contact warnings vary.

Common mistakes and how to correct them

Use one troubleshooting change at a time. If the centre is undercooked, return it to the appropriate heat and check again rather than relying on the outside colour. If the pan is dry, add liquid gradually; if it is watery, reduce uncovered. Texture may also reflect crowded equipment, a different ingredient size, or a changed batch quantity.

• Drain noodles well so the sauce clings.
• Add salmon after the pan is hot to prevent sticking.
• Cook broccoli only until bright green to retain texture.

Leftovers and storage

Refrigerate for up to two days. Reheat in a pan with a splash of soy sauce until steaming; do not leave cooked noodles at room temperature.

Serving ideas

These sides and finishes suit salmon, broccoli and sesame noodles without changing the recipe itself.

• Serve with lime wedges.
• Top with chilli crisp.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use skin-on salmon?

Remove the skin before cubing, or cook fillets separately and flake them in.

Is sesame oil essential?

Use neutral oil, though the finished dish will have less nutty aroma.

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