Orange Teriyaki Salmon
Orange Teriyaki Salmon is baked with a sweet and savory citrus glaze.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets 6 ounces each
Orange Teriyaki Sauce
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 4 teaspoons water
- 2/3 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Toppings
- Sesame seeds optional
- Red pepper flakes optional
- Chopped green onions optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch and water together until completely smooth.
- Add the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and cornstarch mixture to a small saucepan.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring regularly, until it lightly thickens. Remove from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly oil the surface.
- Arrange the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Generously brush them with the orange teriyaki sauce, reserving approximately half of the sauce for finishing and serving.
- Bake the Orange Teriyaki Salmon for about 12–14 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- Brush the cooked salmon with more sauce. Place it under the broiler for about 1 minute, watching carefully, until the glaze becomes glossy and lightly caramelized.
- Serve over steamed rice and garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and red pepper flakes, if desired.
Notes
Serve this easy salmon dinner with steamed jasmine rice, brown rice, noodles, or quinoa. Broccoli, green beans, asparagus, bok choy, and roasted vegetables all pair nicely with the sweet and savory glaze.