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Teriyaki Salmon Recipe Sweet, Savory & Perfectly Glazed

Teriyaki Salmon

A tender salmon fillet glazed with a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce that caramelizes beautifully while cooking.This quick and flavorful recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners and restaurant-style meals at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame seeds optional
  • Green onions optional

Method
 

  1. Whisk soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar in a bowl.
  2. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes.
  5. Flip salmon and cook another 3–4 minutes.
  6. Pour teriyaki sauce into the pan and simmer gently.
  7. Add cornstarch slurry and cook until sauce thickens.
  8. Spoon glaze over salmon and serve.

Notes

  • Use fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan while cooking.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more honey or soy sauce.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.