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Teriyaki Salmon Recipe for Dinner

Teriyaki Salmon Recipe for Dinner: Sweet & Savory Bliss

This Teriyaki Salmon Recipe for Dinner combines sweet and savory flavors, creating a gourmet dish in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • ½ cup soy sauce low-sodium optional
  • ¼ cup brown sugar or honey/maple syrup
  • 2 cloves minced garlic fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger ginger paste as alternative
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil vegetable oil alternative
For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets salmon can substitute with trout or chicken
  • toasted sesame seeds for garnishing, optional
  • chopped green onions substitute with shallots if needed

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • resealable plastic bag
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Teriyaki Salmon Recipe for Dinner
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Place the salmon fillets in a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the salmon, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the marinated salmon fillets skin-side down and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until they flake easily with a fork.
  5. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the fish and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
  6. Serve alongside steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate for up to 2 hours. Ensure not to overcook for a moist texture.

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