Description
This easy teriyaki salmon tastes just like the restaurant favorite. Tender salmon fillets are marinated in a sweet-savory teriyaki glaze, then baked, grilled, or pan-seared and finished with extra sauce spooned over the top for a glossy, flavorful finish.
Ingredients
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4–6 salmon fillets
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2 tbsp oil (olive or grapeseed)
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2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
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1 cup teriyaki sauce
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½ cup balsamic vinegar
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½ cup honey
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1 tsp sugar (optional)
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3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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½ cup diced red bell pepper
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Sesame seeds & fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Make the Marinade: In a bowl or large bag, whisk together teriyaki sauce, balsamic vinegar, honey, soy sauce, oil, garlic, sugar, and diced red bell pepper.
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Marinate: Add salmon and refrigerate for 1–2 hours.
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Cook:
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Bake: Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes.
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Grill: Grill on cedar planks over medium-high heat until flaky.
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Pan-Sear: Cook in a hot skillet until golden, flipping once.
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Finish: Spoon extra warm glaze over the salmon before serving.
Notes
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Don’t overcook — salmon should flake easily but stay moist
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Warm the glaze slightly before pouring for the best shine
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Marinate longer for deeper flavor
- Prep Time: 10 MINUTES
- Marinate Time: 1-2 HOURS
- Cook Time: 12-15 MINUTES
- Category: MAIN DISH | SEAFOOD
- Method: GRILL | STOVETOP | BAKE
- Cuisine: ASIAN INSPIRED