Combine soy sauce, grated ginger, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper in a mixing bowl to create the marinade. Mix well until the honey dissolves and the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
2 fillets salmon fillets
Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Ensure each piece is coated evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes, turning once to evenly distribute the flavors.
2 fillets salmon fillets
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, remove the salmon from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and place the fillets skin-side down in the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden brown, then flip the fillets.
2 fillets salmon fillets
Cook the second side for another 4-5 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. During the last minute, spoon some of the marinade over the fillets, allowing it to glaze and caramelize slightly.
2 fillets salmon fillets
Transfer the cooked salmon to a plate and let rest for a minute. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with sesame seeds or chopped scallions for added flavor and presentation.
2 fillets salmon fillets