Easy Baked Teriyaki Salmon Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Salmon
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4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
→ For the Teriyaki Sauce
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1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
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2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
→ For Garnish
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2 green onions, thinly sliced
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds
# Instructions:
01 -
Grab a bowl and mix together your teriyaki sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar (or honey if you prefer), and a splash of sesame oil. Give it a quick taste - you want that perfect balance of sweet and salty.
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Put your salmon in a dish and pour that tasty sauce all over it. Make sure each piece gets well coated. Pop it in the fridge for anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours - but don't go longer or it'll get too salty!
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Heat your oven to 400°F. While it's warming up, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and take your salmon out of the fridge to lose its chill.
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Pour the leftover marinade into a small pan and let it bubble away for about 5 minutes until it thickens up - this'll be your glaze for later.
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Put your salmon on the baking sheet, skin-side down. Let it bake for 12-15 minutes until it flakes easily. In the last few minutes, brush it with your thickened glaze for extra flavor.
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Let it rest for a few minutes, then sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Now you're ready to dig in!
# Notes:
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The salmon should reach an internal temperature of 145°F for perfect doneness
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You can use store-bought or homemade teriyaki sauce
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Pat your salmon dry before marinating for better sauce absorption