Description
Succulent Teriyaki Salmon brings Japanese-inspired maritime magic to dinner tables with its glossy, caramelized glaze and perfectly flaky fish. Marine protein meets sweet-savory sauce in this simple yet elegant seafood experience you’ll savor with each tender, flavor-packed bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets (skinless, about 6 ounces or 170 grams each)
Aromatics and Garnish:
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) fresh orange juice
- 2–3 tablespoons (30–45 milliliters) water
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 tablespoon gluten-free flour
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400°F, ensuring optimal temperature for cooking salmon.
- Create a harmonious teriyaki sauce by whisking ingredients until smooth and fully integrated.
- Position salmon fillets in a lightly greased baking dish, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with the prepared sauce.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, monitoring the fish’s texture until it gently flakes with a fork.
- Remove from oven and delicately drizzle any reduced sauce over the salmon’s surface.
- Enhance presentation by sprinkling toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions as a vibrant, aromatic garnish.
- Let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to settle and ensure maximum moisture retention before serving.
Notes
- Choose high-quality salmon with vibrant color and firm texture for the best flavor and presentation.
- Marinate salmon for 15-30 minutes before baking to enhance absorption of teriyaki sauce’s rich flavors.
- Pat salmon dry with paper towels to help sauce adhere better and create a more appealing glaze when baking.
- For gluten-free option, replace traditional soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain authentic taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg