The Best Teriyaki Glazed Salmon
Succulent salmon fillets glazed with a sweet-and-savory teriyaki sauce, finished with a hint of ginger and sesame seeds. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp (grated) ginger
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp (toasted) sesame seeds
- 2 (sliced) green onions
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat salmon dry and season with 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, honey, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth. Brush half of the glaze over salmon.
- Step 3: Place salmon on prepared sheet and bake 12-15 minutes until flaky and golden. Brush with remaining glaze during last 3 minutes of baking.
- Step 4: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Serve with steamed rice or broccoli.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does The Best Teriyaki Glazed Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover The Best Teriyaki Glazed Salmon?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in The Best Teriyaki Glazed Salmon?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale The Best Teriyaki Glazed Salmon for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with The Best Teriyaki Glazed Salmon?
Asian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
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Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
