Master The Art Of Salmon Teriyaki With This Simple Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (skin-on, about 150-200 grams each)
• Salt and pepper (for seasoning the salmon)
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil or olive oil (for frying)

Teriyaki Sauce

• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
• 2 tbsp sake (Japanese rice wine; can substitute with water if unavailable)
• 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tsp minced garlic (optional)

Garnishes (optional)

• Sliced green onions
• Toasted sesame seeds
• Thinly sliced radish or cucumber
• Lemon or lime wedges

Instructions

1. Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce

• In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, and ginger. Add garlic if desired for extra depth of flavor.
• Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Set the sauce aside for marinating and cooking.

2. Season the Salmon

• Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. This helps achieve a crisp, golden crust.
• Lightly season both sides of the salmon with a pinch of salt and pepper.

3. Sear the Salmon

• In a large skillet or frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
• Once the oil is hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if skin-on) in the pan. Press lightly on the salmon to make sure the skin is in contact with the pan.
• Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden. Flip the fillets carefully and cook for another 3 minutes on the other side until the salmon is about 80% cooked.

4. Add the Teriyaki Sauce

• Reduce the heat to low and pour the teriyaki sauce over the salmon in the pan.
• Tilt the pan slightly and spoon the sauce over the fillets continuously for 2-3 minutes to coat the fish with a shiny glaze.
• Cook until the sauce thickens slightly but doesn’t burn. The sauce should reduce to a glaze consistency.

5. Rest the Salmon

• Remove the salmon fillets from the pan once they’re cooked and glazed.
• Let them rest for a minute or two, allowing the flavors to settle.

6. Plate and Garnish

• Serve the salmon hot over a bed of rice or alongside steamed vegetables.
• Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and a lemon wedge for extra flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your salmon teriyaki with:

• Steamed jasmine or sushi rice
• Blanched broccoli, asparagus, or steamed edamame
• Pickled ginger or a fresh salad on the side

Enjoy your delicious, glossy, and flavorful Salmon Teriyaki.