Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Orange Teriyaki Salmon, a dish that effortlessly marries sweet and savory elements for a truly memorable meal. This easy baked salmon recipe shines with its luscious orange teriyaki glaze, making it perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or a quick weeknight feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) salmon filets
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 4 tsp water
- 2/3 cup orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, blend cornstarch and water until smooth. Combine all sauce ingredients in a saucepan and simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Line a baking sheet with oiled aluminum foil and place salmon skin-side down.
- Generously baste each filet with the teriyaki sauce, reserving some for later.
- Bake for approximately 14 minutes until flaky and moist.
- Broil for one minute to achieve a golden finish.
- Serve over rice with optional garnishes like sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon filet (170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg