Description
Succulent salmon meets zesty orange teriyaki in this Pacific Northwest-inspired dish that promises bold flavors and elegant simplicity. Glazed with a tangy citrus sauce, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality seafood right to your dinner table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon filets (6 ounces each)
Fish Sauce and Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 4 teaspoons water
- 2/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Optional Garnishes:
- Sesame seeds
- Red pepper flakes
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant teriyaki sauce by whisking cornstarch with water to form a smooth slurry. In a saucepan, blend orange juice, zest, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Incorporate the slurry and simmer over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring consistently until the mixture transforms into a glossy, spoonable glaze.
- Heat the oven to 400°F and prepare a foil-lined baking sheet with a light oil coating. Thoroughly dry salmon fillets with paper towels to ensure optimal sauce adherence, then position them skin-side down on the prepared surface.
- Lavishly coat the salmon with teriyaki sauce, reserving half for later application. Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and roast for 14 minutes, monitoring until the fish easily separates with a gentle fork twist.
- Activate the broiler and brush the fillets with additional sauce. Broil for approximately 1 minute, watching carefully to achieve a golden, slightly caramelized exterior without burning.
- Transfer the salmon onto a bed of steamed rice. Embellish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and red pepper flakes for a dynamic presentation. Serve immediately while the glaze remains warm and lustrous.
Notes
- Use fresh orange juice for the most vibrant, natural flavor that elevates the entire teriyaki sauce.
- Adjust sauce thickness by adding water gradually if it becomes too dense during cooking.
- Pat salmon filets completely dry to ensure sauce adheres perfectly and creates a beautiful caramelized exterior.
- Monitor broiling closely to prevent burning, as the high heat can quickly transform salmon from golden to charred.
- Choose skin-on salmon filets for added moisture and easier handling during cooking.
- Opt for low-sodium soy sauce to control salt levels in the final dish.
- Swap salmon with tofu or chicken for alternative protein options that work beautifully with teriyaki glaze.
- Prepare extra sauce for drizzling over rice or as a dipping condiment during serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg