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Flavorful Teriyaki Salmon Recipe Easy Homemade with Toasted Sesame Seeds

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A quick and easy teriyaki salmon recipe featuring a homemade glaze and toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. Perfect for busy weeknights or an impressive date night meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on, boneless salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170g each)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) mirin (or dry sherry with sugar as substitute)
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (canola or vegetable oil)

Instructions

  1. Make the Teriyaki Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and toasted sesame oil. Set aside.
  2. Prep the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Lightly season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the Pan: Place skillet over medium-high heat and add neutral oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes).
  4. Cook Skin-Side Down: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot pan. Press gently with a spatula. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving to crisp the skin.
  5. Flip and Glaze: Flip the fillets gently. Pour the teriyaki glaze over the salmon, spooning some on top. Lower heat to medium and cook for another 3-4 minutes, basting occasionally.
  6. Toast Sesame Seeds: While salmon cooks, toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  7. Serve: Transfer salmon to plates. Spoon remaining glaze over the top. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions if using.

Notes

Pat salmon dry thoroughly for crispy skin. Do not overcrowd pan to avoid soggy skin. Toast sesame seeds separately for best flavor. If glaze thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen. Let salmon rest for a minute before serving.

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