Maple Teriyaki Salmon Fillets
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this mouthwatering Maple Teriyaki Salmon Fillets recipe—a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Succulent salmon fillets are brushed with a luscious marinade made from rich maple syrup, umami-packed soy sauce, fresh ginger, and garlic, then baked to flaky perfection. A quick stovetop glaze infused with the same bold flavors takes this dish to the next level, creating a glossy finish that will have your taste buds dancing. Garnished with nutty sesame seeds and crisp green onions, this dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, special occasions, or when you’re craving a restaurant-quality dish at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (approximately 6 ounces each) Salmon fillets
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon (grated) Fresh ginger
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons Water
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks (sliced, optional for garnish) Green onions
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
Place the salmon fillets, skin-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Brush a generous amount of the marinade over each piece, reserving about 2 tablespoons for later.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of your fillets.
While the salmon is baking, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Add this mixture to the saucepan.
Cook the marinade over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a glaze. Remove from heat.
Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and brush the thickened glaze over the top of each fillet.
Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the salmon for garnish, if desired.
Serve immediately with your choice of side, such as steamed rice or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 95.4 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 2861 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.8 g | ||
| Protein | 149.7 g | 299% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 333 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
