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Teriyaki salmon is a delightful recipe that combines the rich, savory flavors of a traditional Japanese marinade with the tender, flaky goodness of salmon fillets. 
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Teriyaki Salmon Recipe (With Homemade Teriyaki Glaze)

Teriyaki salmon is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the rich, tender taste of salmon with the sweet and savory notes of teriyaki sauce. 
Course Seafood
Cuisine American
Keyword teriyaki salmon
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2
Author Valya's Taste of Home

Ingredients

For the Teriyaki Salmon

Instructions

Preparation of the Salmon

  • The first step in our teriyaki salmon recipe is to prepare the salmon filets. You'll need to season each fillet with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper. This will enhance the natural flavors of the salmon. Remember, the amount of seasoning will depend on your personal taste.

Applying the Teriyaki Glaze

  • Next, you'll brush each seasoned salmon fillet with a homemade teriyaki sauce. This adds a sweet and savory flavor to the salmon and gives it a beautiful, glossy finish. Make sure to coat each fillet evenly to maximize the flavors.

Baking the Salmon

  • Once your salmon fillets are well coated with the teriyaki glaze, it is time to bake them. Preheat your oven to a temperature of around 400 ℉. Place the glazed salmon fillets in a baking dish and pop them into the preheated oven. Let them bake for about 20 minutes. This should cook the salmon perfectly, leaving it tender and juicy.

Final Touches

  • After the baking time, carefully remove the salmon fillets from the oven. Brush another layer of the homemade teriyaki glaze over each fillet to give it an extra boost of flavor and a lovely sheen.
  • To finish, sprinkle each fillet with toasted sesame seeds. This not only adds a nice crunch but also gives a beautiful aesthetic touch to your dish.

Serving the Teriyaki Salmon

  • For the best experience, serve your teriyaki salmon with homemade cooked rice. The rice pairs perfectly with the salmon, absorbing any extra teriyaki glaze and balancing out the flavors.
  • If you desire, you can drizzle additional teriyaki glaze over the salmon fillet and rice for an extra punch of flavor. And there you have it - a delicious, homemade teriyaki salmon dish to enjoy!

Notes

 
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