Teriyaki Style Salmon
Infused with bold, savory-sweet flavors, this Teriyaki Style Salmon recipe is a quick and easy dinner option that's both healthy and satisfying. Fresh salmon fillets are glazed with a rich homemade teriyaki sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, fresh ginger, and garlic, delivering a perfect balance of umami and sweetness. The sauce is thickened to a luxurious consistency, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Baked to tender perfection and optionally broiled for a caramelized finish, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete, restaurant-quality meal in just 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknight cooking or an impressive weekend dinner, this recipe strikes the ideal combination of ease and elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon (grated) Fresh ginger
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon (for cornstarch slurry) Water
- 1 teaspoon (optional, for garnish) Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks (sliced, for garnish) Green onions
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture simmers, about 2-3 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to make a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the saucepan with the sauce and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the teriyaki sauce generously over the salmon fillets, reserving some for additional glazing later.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
If desired, switch the oven to broil for the last 2 minutes of cooking to slightly caramelize the glaze on top of the salmon.
Remove salmon from the oven and brush with the reserved teriyaki sauce for added flavor.
Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving. Serve immediately with rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 92.1 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 2859 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 148.6 g | 297% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 331 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.
