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Easy Baked Teriyaki Salmon for a Quick Weeknight Dinner

A close-up of a perfectly cooked piece of teriyaki salmon, heavily glazed and topped with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
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Make tender, flaky baked teriyaki salmon with a savory-sweet homemade glaze. This recipe is fast, healthy, and perfect for a family dinner served over rice.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water (slurry)
  • Optional: Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  5. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce. Continue to cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens into a glaze. Remove from heat.
  6. Brush about half of the teriyaki glaze evenly over the tops of the salmon fillets.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon, until it flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Remove the salmon from the oven. Brush the remaining glaze over the cooked salmon.
  9. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if using. Serve immediately with rice and steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, substitute tamari for the soy sauce.
  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, cook the sauce slightly longer before adding the slurry.
  • This salmon pairs well with steamed broccoli or brown rice for a complete meal.

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