Description
Easy Baked Teriyaki Salmon is a wholesome, quick, and flavorful dinner recipe featuring tender salmon fillets glazed with a savory-sweet teriyaki sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights and is packed with omega-3s and lean protein, offering a healthy yet delicious meal that’s kid-friendly and adaptable to various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 oz each)
Teriyaki Glaze
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar (or maple syrup)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Garnish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro or basil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Teriyaki Glaze: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and a splash of sesame oil. Stir well until the honey dissolves and the mixture becomes a smooth, glossy glaze.
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Arrange the Salmon Fillets: Place the salmon fillets skin side down on the prepared baking sheet. Pat them dry with paper towels to help the glaze stick better.
- Brush on the Teriyaki Sauce: Generously brush each fillet with the teriyaki glaze, reserving some sauce to baste halfway through baking for enhanced flavor layering.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork but remains tender and moist inside. Avoid overbaking to keep it juicy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and, if desired, fresh cilantro or basil over the fillets before serving for extra texture and color.
Notes
- Use Fresh Salmon: Fresh fillets offer better taste and texture than frozen.
- Control the Sweetness: Modify the amount of honey or sugar to suit your taste preference and balance the glaze.
- Don’t Overbake: Check the salmon early to ensure it stays tender and flaky.
- Glaze Twice: Brushing on sauce midway during baking enhances the teriyaki flavor.
- Let It Rest: Allow the salmon a few minutes to rest post-baking so juices redistribute for moistness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
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