Description
Indulge in the rich, savory goodness of teriyaki salmon, a dish that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. With perfectly seared salmon fillets glazed in a sweet and tangy soy sauce, accented with fresh ginger and garlic, this recipe is both easy and impressive. Whether for a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side up in the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add marinated salmon to the grill/pan skin-side down and cook for about 4-5 minutes until crispy.
- Baste with leftover marinade while cooking.
- Flip gently and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the fish flakes easily.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 79mg