Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Orange Teriyaki Salmon, a delightful dish that combines sweet and savory notes to create an unforgettable meal. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe features succulent salmon fillets glazed with a zesty orange teriyaki sauce. The result is a dish that not only tastes divine but also looks stunning on any table. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a nutritious and satisfying meal that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 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, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Combine with orange juice, zest, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil in a saucepan. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Let cool.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with oiled foil and place salmon fillets on it. Baste generously with half of the cooled sauce.
- Bake for about 14 minutes until flaky. Baste again with remaining sauce and broil for one minute for a golden finish.
- Serve over rice, garnished with optional toppings like sesame seeds or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg