Description
Succulent salmon meets Japanese-inspired teriyaki glaze in this mouthwatering main dish that promises restaurant-quality flavor with minimal kitchen effort. Home cooks can quickly prepare this delectable seafood meal for a satisfying dinner that will impress family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces/170 grams each)
Marinade and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Garnish Ingredients:
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Transform your kitchen into a culinary sanctuary by positioning the oven rack in the center and elevating the temperature to 400°F (200°C), preparing a baking surface with parchment paper or aluminum foil for pristine cleanup.
- Craft an aromatic teriyaki elixir by whisking together the zesty sauce, golden honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and fragrant sesame oil in a compact mixing vessel, creating a harmonious flavor profile.
- Arrange salmon fillets with the skin facing downward on the prepared baking sheet, lavishly painting each piece with the teriyaki nectar, allowing the marinade to deeply penetrate and enhance the fish’s natural richness for 10-15 minutes at ambient temperature.
- Slide the salmon into the heated oven, allowing it to roast for approximately 12-15 minutes, monitoring the fillets’ translucency and flakiness as indicators of perfect doneness.
- For an enticing caramelized exterior, activate the broiler during the final moments, watching meticulously to prevent charring and achieve a glossy, appetizing finish.
- Complete the culinary masterpiece by scattering toasted sesame seeds and delicately sliced green onions across the salmon, creating a visually stunning presentation best enjoyed alongside steamed rice or roasted seasonal vegetables.
Notes
- Select thick, fresh salmon fillets with vibrant color for best flavor and texture.
- Pat salmon completely dry before marinating to help sauce adhere and promote perfect caramelization.
- Adjust cooking time based on salmon thickness; thinner fillets need less time to prevent overcooking and drying out.
- For low-carb option, replace honey with sugar-free sweetener and serve with cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice.
- Customize teriyaki glaze by adding red pepper flakes for mild heat or orange zest for citrusy brightness.
- Use high-quality teriyaki sauce or make homemade version for more authentic and controlled flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg