Teriyaki Glazed Salmon
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 - 2 pounds salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp minced ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- 1/2 Tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 6 oz. pineapple juice
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 Tablespoons water
- sliced green onions
for garnish
- sesame seeds
for garnish
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a rimmed cookie sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- 2
In a small sauce pan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and rice wine vinegar and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Stir and cook for five minutes.
- 3
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water, mixing well. Add to the pan along with the pineapple juice, and allow mixture to return to a simmer. Continue cooking for 5-10 more minutes until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- 4
Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place on the prepared cookie sheet. Spoon glaze generously over the tops of each fillet. You will have some left over!
- 5
Place pan in the upper half of the oven and cook for 10-12 minutes. Remove pan from oven and add a small amount of leftover glaze to the top of each fillet. Turn oven broiler to high and broil the salmon for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy!
Teriyaki Glazed Salmon
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About this Recipe
Craving a flavorful, restaurant-worthy dinner that comes together effortlessly on a busy weeknight? This Teriyaki Glazed Salmon recipe delivers perfectly oven-roasted salmon coated in a rich, homemade glaze, making it an ideal choice for a delicious and simple meal. What sets this dish apart is the incredible homemade teriyaki glaze, brimming with savory, sweet, and tangy notes from ingredients like soy sauce, brown sugar, and pineapple juice. By oven-roasting the salmon, you ensure a tender, flaky fillet every time, while the glaze caramelizes beautifully for maximum flavor impact. Get ready for a delightful balance of sweet and savory with a hint of tang that perfectly complements the rich flavor of salmon. Each bite offers tender, flaky fish enveloped in a glossy, deeply flavorful teriyaki sauce. This recipe promises a simple yet sophisticated weeknight meal, making you feel like a culinary expert without the fuss. The vibrant green onions and toasted sesame seeds add both color and a pleasant textural contrast to the dish. Feel free to adjust the amount of minced ginger or garlic in the glaze to suit your preference, adding more for a bolder aromatic punch. For an extra layer of heat, a pinch of red pepper flakes could be incorporated into the glaze. While the recipe uses pineapple juice for its unique sweetness and acidity, a small amount of orange juice could offer a different fruit note if you're experimenting with flavors. This Teriyaki Glazed Salmon is ideal for a satisfying weeknight dinner, offering impressive flavor with minimal effort. Serve it simply alongside steamed rice and your favorite green vegetable to complete the meal, garnished with fresh sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.