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Easy Baked Teriyaki Salmon for a Quick Weeknight Dinner

Close-up of a perfectly cooked piece of teriyaki salmon, heavily glazed and topped with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
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Make this simple, flavorful baked teriyaki salmon with a savory-sweet glaze. This recipe is quick, healthy, and perfect for a family dinner served over rice.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • Optional: Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
  5. Whisk the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of cold water together to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the simmering sauce and whisk constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  6. Brush about half of the teriyaki glaze evenly over the tops of the salmon fillets.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time depends on the thickness of your fillets.
  8. Remove the salmon from the oven. Brush the remaining glaze over the cooked salmon.
  9. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired. Serve immediately with rice and steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, substitute regular soy sauce with tamari.
  • If you prefer pan-searing, cook the salmon in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side before brushing with the glaze during the last minute of cooking.
  • This recipe is high protein and fits well into healthy weeknight salmon ideas.

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