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Easy Teriyaki Salmon

Easy Teriyaki Salmon: Juicy Homemade Twist for Busy Nights

This Easy Teriyaki Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish, perfect for busy nights with minimal effort and impressive results.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Teriyaki Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Soy sauce Use a low-sodium variety
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar Adds sweetness
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar Brightens the glaze
For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon fillets Choose skin-on
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For brushing
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds Toasted
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions Thinly sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • Nonstick skillet
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

For the Glaze
  1. Whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for about 2–3 minutes.
  2. Reduce heat to low and simmer sauce until it coats a spoon, about 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
For the Salmon
  1. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, season lightly with salt and pepper, then brush both sides with olive oil.
  2. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 1–2 minutes until hot. Place fillets skin-side down and cook until edges turn golden brown, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Flip fillets and pour half the teriyaki glaze over them. Cook for 2–3 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 125–130°F and glaze is glossy.
  4. Transfer salmon to a plate, loosely cover with foil, and let rest for 2 minutes.
  5. Arrange salmon over rice or a fresh salad, drizzle remaining glaze, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with extra green onions for freshness. Ensure to let salmon rest before serving for best texture.

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