Teriyaki Salmon
This Teriyaki salmon recipe is simple to make and absolutely packed with flavor. Using our easy Homemade Teriyaki Sauce, this easy salmon recipe turns out juicy, flaky and delicious every time.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Salmon. I used fresh salmon fillets but frozen and thawed salmon can also be used.
- Teriyaki sauce. I prefer making the teriyaki sauce from scratch. This way I control the amount of sweetness and salt in the recipe. I use soy sauce (low sodium soy sauce can be used too), rice vinegar, fresh garlic and ginger, honey and brown sugar. Store-bought teriyaki sauce can be substituted. To keep this recipe gluten-free, use coconut aminos or tamari instead of the soy sauce. Maple syrup can be used to sweeten the sauce instead of honey and sugar.
How to make teriyaki salmon
This easy teriyaki salmon recipe couldn’t be simpler and is quick and easy to make. Make the teriyaki sauce by combining the sauce ingredients together in a small saucepan. Simmer until thickened then remove from the heat. Line a sheet pan or baking dish with parchment paper. It’s very important that you don’t skip this step as the teriyaki sauce will definitely caramelize in the oven and this makes cleaning up a breeze. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels then add to the lined tray. Brush over the teriyaki sauce then bake in a hot oven for 7-10 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and caramelized. Remove from the oven. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion/spring onion then serve.
Can I make this ahead?
The salmon can be marinated in the teriyaki sauce for up to a day in the fridge. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Serving Suggestions
This baked teriyaki salmon recipe is delicious served with rice or quinoa (cauliflower rice is a great low-carb option) and vegetable side dishes like sautéed broccolini, air fryer brussels sprouts, green beans or asparagus. I also love serving salmon over easy miso noodles for an easy weeknight dinner. In summer, we love the sticky salmon with corn salad or Easy marinated cucumber salad.
Salmon Recipes
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) salmon fillets
- 1 cup homemade teriyaki sauce
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 430°F/220°C.
- Combine all the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan and whisk until the cornstarch is incorporated then set over medium-high heat.
- Allow the sauce to come to a boil and cook for 5 minute until the sauce has thickened.
- Line a sheet pan or baking dish with parchment paper to make clean-up easier – the teriyaki sauce will caramelize and burn while cooking.
- Pat the salmon dry with paper towels then place in the prepared tray.
- Brush over the teriyaki sauce liberally.
- Place the salmon in the pre-heated oven and allow to bake for 7-10 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the sauce has caramelized.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions (optional) then serve.