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Teriyaki Salmon Recipe

Teriyaki salmon features tender fillets glazed in a homemade soy, ginger, and garlic sauce, baked until juicy, flavorful, and restaurant-worthy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 345
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Salmon fillets: 4 6 oz each
  • Soy sauce: ¼ cup
  • Maple syrup: 3 tbsp
  • Rice vinegar: 1 tbsp
  • Garlic cloves minced: 2
  • Fresh ginger grated: 1 tsp
  • Cornstarch: 1 tsp
  • Water: 2 tbsp
  • Sesame seeds: 1 tsp
  • Green onions sliced: 2 tbsp

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon fillets in a baking dish.
  2. In a saucepan, whisk soy sauce, maple syrup, vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Simmer 3 minutes.
  3. Mix cornstarch with water, add to sauce, and whisk until thickened.
  4. Pour half the teriyaki sauce over salmon, reserving the rest.
  5. Bake 12–15 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
  6. Drizzle with remaining sauce, sprinkle sesame seeds, and garnish with green onions.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 345
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)

  • Vitamin D: 55%
  • Vitamin B12: 40%
  • Potassium: 30%
  • Iron: 15%
  • Calcium: 12%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Swap maple syrup with agave for a slightly lighter sweetness.
  • Add chili flakes for a fiery teriyaki twist.
  • Serve with steamed broccoli or brown rice for balance.