Description
Teriyaki salmon is a delightful dish that balances rich umami flavors with a touch of sweetness. This easy-to-make recipe features tender salmon fillets marinated in a luscious sauce made from soy sauce, ginger, and brown sugar, then baked to perfection. Serve it over rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a nutritious meal that’s sure to impress family and friends. Enjoy the vibrant colors and irresistible aroma as you savor each bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and rice vinegar to create the marinade.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet and pour half of the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Bake salmon for 12-15 minutes until cooked through and flaky.
- While baking, heat remaining marinade in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in cornstarch mixture until thickened into a glaze.
- Drizzle glaze over baked salmon and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg