Salmon Teriyaki Easy Teriyaki Salmon Recipe

Published Apr 14, 2019 Updated Sep 29, 2024

How To Make Teriyaki Salmon

I cook salmon on a weekly basis because it is healthy and rich with omega-3 fatty acids, protein and low in calories. Salmon is delicious and healthy, such as this easy salmon teriyaki recipe. The recipe calls for only four (4) basic ingredients: salmon, soy sauce, mirin, sugar and it’s cooked a skillet on stove top. It is one of the best salmon recipes ever, just like everyone’s favorite chicken teriyaki.

Salmon On Stove

I love to pan-fry salmon (skin side down) on the stove top. Use a pan or skillet (non-stick preferred) until the skin becomes super crispy. Use low to medium heat on the stove to cook the salmon. Cover the skillet so the entire fish is cooked through. The end result is moist, tender, perfectly cooked salmon on stove that is bursting with natural sweetness.

Teriyaki Sauce

Homemade teriyaki sauce is the best and you need only 3 ingredients: soy sauce, mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine) and sugar. Soy sauce is the main ingredient; you can’t make teriyaki sauce without it. You can get mirin at Japanese or Asian stores. You can also buy it online. Cook the teriyaki sauce mixture on low heat in a sauce pan until it thickens.

Ingredients

Salmon fillet Oil White and black sesame seeds Soy sauce Mirin Sugar

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What Vegetables To Serve With Teriyaki Salmon

I love serving boiled broccoli florets with the salmon. Assemble a rice bowl by filling the bowl with steamed rice, place the salmon on top of the rice, and then drizzle the teriyaki sauce on top. The rice bowl will make a complete and nutritious meal for lunch or dinner. It’s also great as a bento to school or work.

What To Serve With Salmon Teriyaki

This meal is best served with steamed rice or green tea rice. For a wholesome meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I do. If you try my recipe, please leave a comment and consider giving it a 5-star rating. For more easy and delicious recipes, explore my Recipe Index, and stay updated by subscribing to my newsletter and following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for new updates.