Teriyaki Salmon is a flavorful and juicy dish featuring tender salmon fillets glazed in a rich, homemade teriyaki sauce. The combination of sweet, savory, and umami flavors creates a caramelized crust on the outside while keeping the inside moist and flaky.
Teriyaki Salmon
4
servings10
minutes15
minutesThis easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests. Serve it with steamed rice and sautéed vegetables for a complete and delicious dish.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp grated ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
1 tbsp water (if using cornstarch)
1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
- Simmer over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- If you want a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water and stir it into the sauce. Cook for 1 more minute until glossy.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes until crispy.
- Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the salmon and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, spooning sauce over the fillets until they are well coated and caramelized.
- Transfer the salmon to a plate and drizzle extra sauce on top.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve with steamed rice and vegetables.
