Seared teriyaki salmon with stir-fried broccoli noodles

Salmon and sesame seeds are good sources of amino acid tryptophan, known for boosting sleep quality and mood

SERVES 4

● 4 salmon fillets

● 250g egg noodles (dry weight)

● 2tbsp toasted sesame oil

● 300g broccoli, cut into small florets

● 300g mushrooms, quartered or sliced

● 1 bunch spring onions, sliced

● 1tbsp sesame seeds

FOR THE TERIYAKI SAUCE

● 4tbsp soy sauce

● 4tsp mirin (rice wine)

● 1tbsp clear honey

● 1tbsp diced fresh root ginger

● 2 garlic cloves, crushed

STEP 1 Make the teriyaki sauce by mixing all the ingredients together then, brush a little over the salmon fillets.

STEP 2 Cook the egg noodles according to the instructions on the packet. Drain well.

STEP 3 While the noodles are cooking, heat 1tbsp of the toasted sesame oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Add the salmon fillets to the hot pan and cook for about 3 mins on each side, until golden brown and cooked right through.

STEP 4 Meanwhile, heat the remaining toasted sesame oil in a wok or deep frying pan set over a high heat. Add the spring onions, broccoli and mushrooms, and stir-fry for 4–5 mins, until they are just tender, but still retain some bite.

STEP 5 Stir in the remaining teriyaki sauce and the cooked noodles. Heat through for 2 mins, then divide the mixture between four plates. STEP 6 Top with the salmon fillets, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve immediately.