Go Back
+ servings
Teriyaki Salmon

Savory Teriyaki Salmon: Your Easy Weeknight Delight

Experience quick and flavorful Teriyaki Salmon for busy weeknights with this easy recipe that highlights savory and sweet flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 276

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Teriyaki sauce Essential for marinating
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin sauce Adds depth and sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Use Tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tbsp White vinegar Balances sweetness and enhances flavor
  • 2 tbsp Sesame oil Delivers nutty aroma
  • 2 tbsp Light brown sugar Can use coconut sugar as a healthier alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic cloves Minced
  • 1 tbsp Freshly grated ginger Use ground ginger (1/2 tsp) if fresh isn’t available
For the Salmon
  • 2-3 lbs Salmon filet Choose for best flaky results
Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Chopped green onions Adds freshness
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds Optional but recommended for presentation

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Teriyaki Salmon
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, greased lightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, white vinegar, sesame oil, light brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
  3. Place the salmon filets in a shallow bowl and pour the marinade over, ensuring an even coating. Marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Transfer the salmon to the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down, and bake for 12-16 minutes or until it flakes easily.
  5. Take the remaining marinade, bring it to a boil in a saucepan, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens for glazing the salmon.
  6. Once the salmon is baked, brush the thickened marinade on top, and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 276kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 23gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinate for longer than 20 minutes for best flavor. Check salmon thickness for precise baking time and use fresh ingredients for the best results.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!