Description
This Delicious Teriyaki Salmon recipe offers a quick, healthy, and flavorful way to enjoy tender salmon with a rich homemade teriyaki glaze. Marinated for optimal taste and baked to perfection, it’s perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner served over fluffy brown rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 1 pound Salmon Fillet (can substitute with trout if desired)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Teriyaki Sauce and Glaze
- 3/4 cup Teriyaki Sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (use arrowroot flour as an alternative)
Instructions
- Marinate the Salmon: Place your salmon fillet into a freezer-safe bag and pour in 3/4 cup of teriyaki sauce. Seal the bag tightly, ensuring the salmon is fully coated. Refrigerate and let the fish marinate for about 3 hours to absorb the flavors.
- Prepare the Teriyaki Glaze: In a saucepan, heat the remaining teriyaki sauce over medium heat. Dissolve the cornstarch in a small amount of water, then stir this mixture into the heated sauce. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens into a glaze, then remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 360°F (182°C) to prepare for baking the salmon.
- Arrange and Glaze the Salmon: Lightly grease a baking pan and place the marinated salmon fillets inside. Brush the salmon generously with the prepared teriyaki glaze to enhance flavor and moisture during cooking.
- Bake the Salmon: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 17 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Once baked, brush the remaining teriyaki glaze over the salmon for a glossy finish. Serve the teriyaki salmon over fluffy brown rice for a complete, satisfying meal.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the teriyaki sauce is gluten-free or make a homemade version using gluten-free soy sauce.
- If using arrowroot flour instead of cornstarch, mix it similarly with water to avoid lumps.
- Marinating time can be adjusted slightly but not less than 1 hour for best flavor.
- Try substituting salmon with trout for a slightly different taste.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
