Description
This Baked Teriyaki Salmon recipe offers a deliciously flavorful and healthy meal that’s easy to prepare. Salmon fillets are marinated in a homemade teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar, then baked to a tender, flaky perfection. The sauce is also simmered separately to thicken, then drizzled over the cooked salmon and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, creating a savory-sweet glaze that complements the rich fish beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Garnish
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the salmon evenly.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to make cleanup easier after cooking.
- Place Salmon: Arrange the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they’re spaced evenly.
- Make Teriyaki Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, and cornstarch until well combined.
- Dissolve Cornstarch: Add the water to the mixture and whisk thoroughly until the cornstarch is completely dissolved, ensuring a smooth sauce.
- Coat Salmon: Pour the teriyaki sauce over the salmon fillets, coating them evenly to allow the flavors to penetrate.
- Marinate: Let the salmon marinate for 10 to 15 minutes, giving the sauce time to infuse the fish.
- Bake Salmon: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Prepare Sauce: While the salmon bakes, pour the leftover marinade into a small saucepan for further cooking.
- Simmer Sauce: Heat the saucepan over medium heat and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Thicken Sauce: Allow the sauce to simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens to your preferred consistency.
- Set Aside Sauce: Remove the thickened sauce from heat and keep it aside until the salmon is ready.
- Glaze Salmon: Once baked, remove the salmon from the oven and drizzle the thickened teriyaki sauce over each fillet for added flavor and moisture.
- Sprinkle Sesame Seeds: Evenly sprinkle sesame seeds over the salmon to add a nutty crunch.
- Garnish: Finish with sliced green onions on top for a fresh, vibrant touch.
- Serve: Serve the teriyaki salmon hot alongside steamed rice or your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
Notes
- Marinating the salmon enhances the flavor but avoid marinating longer than 30 minutes to prevent the acid from altering the texture.
- Using parchment paper or foil on the baking sheet makes cleanup faster and prevents sticking.
- Adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the teriyaki sauce by altering the honey or soy sauce quantities to your preference.
- Ensure the salmon is baked until it easily flakes with a fork to avoid undercooking.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
- This recipe pairs well with steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.
