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Baked Teriyaki Salmon

Jen Paleracio
A quick and easy dinner you'll love to make during those busy weeknights. The teriyaki sauce is very flavorful and the salmon is tender and flaky.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Japanese

Equipment

  • baking sheet pan
  • Pastry brush
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound salmon fillet, or 2 salmon fillets
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

THE TERIYAKI SAUCE

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 1 inch size ginger, about 1 teaspoon grated
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425ºF. Line a baking sheet pan with foil or parchment paper.
  • Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Set them aside.
  • MAKE THE SAUCE:
    In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, brown sugar, honey, red chili pepper flakes, sesame oil, grated garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch, and stir until the cornstarch is dissolved.
  • Cook the sauce over medium-low heat, and stir constantly until it thickens. Remove from the heat and cool for 5 minutes. Reserve half of the sauce for later.
  • Use a pastry brush and brush the salmon with the sauce. Make sure the salmon fillets are well coated.
  • Place the salmon in the middle rack of the oven. Bake for 15-18 minutes depending on the thickness of the salmon. Or until the internal temperature reaches 145ºF. Do not overcook the salmon. See NOTE #1
  • Brush the salmon with the rest of the teriyaki sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with green onions. Serve immediately with your favorite side dish. See NOTE #2

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Notes

NOTE #1: When salmon is overcooked, it can become dry, tough, and even chewy. The protein fibers in the fish can coagulate and squeeze out excess water, leading to a dry and rubbery texture. Overcooked salmon may also lose its flavor and taste bland. This is because the oils and fats in the fish begin to break down and evaporate at high temperatures, leading to a less tasty and less nutritious final product. To avoid overcooking salmon, it is recommended to cook it until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and then remove it from the heat source.
 
NOTE #2: You can serve the salmon with baked, mashed, or fried potatoes. You can also serve the Teriyaki Salmon with steamed rice. A side of seemed veggies like broccoli, bok choy, or bell peppers, can add color to your meal. The light fresh flavors of the vegetables will pair well with the sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. 
 
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