Description
Grilled Teriyaki Salmon is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, guaranteed to transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. This dish features tender salmon fillets marinated in a rich teriyaki sauce, grilled to perfection for a smoky finish. Perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings—this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its vibrant taste and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl until smooth.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Ensure they are well-coated and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
- Grill the salmon skin-side down for 6-8 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Baste with reserved marinade during cooking for extra flavor.
- Remove from grill, let rest for 3 minutes, and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg