Teriyaki Glazed Salmon

Teriyaki Salmon is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and umami—all packed into one easy, flavor-packed dish. With a glossy, sticky teriyaki glaze and perfectly seared salmon fillets, it’s a quick weeknight dinner that doesn’t skimp on taste. Whether you’re serving it with rice, noodles, or stir-fried veggies, this Teriyaki Salmon recipe is guaranteed to become a household favorite.

What Makes This Teriyaki Salmon Work

This Teriyaki Salmon is all about big flavor with minimal effort. The homemade glaze made from soy sauce, garlic, and brown sugar caramelizes beautifully, coating the salmon in a glossy, savory-sweet finish. It’s quick to make, cooks in one pan, and delivers restaurant-style results every time.

What Goes Into This Teriyaki Salmon

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With just a few simple pantry staples and fresh salmon, you can whip up a restaurant-worthy Teriyaki Salmon in no time. The sauce is deeply flavorful and comes together in minutes—no marinating required..

• Soy Sauce: The base of the teriyaki glaze, giving the salmon that signature salty, umami depth.
• Brown Sugar: Adds just the right amount of sweetness to balance the salty and tangy elements.
• Mirin: Optional, but it brings an extra layer of subtle sweetness and authentic Japanese flavor.
• Skinless Salmon Fillets: Choose Atlantic salmon for its rich, buttery texture that hold up well to searing and saucing

Note: Please see recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients with measurements

How To Make Teriyaki Salmon

1. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sake, mirin, brown sugar, vinegar, and garlic powder. Stir well until the sugar fully dissolves.

2. Set Aside the Glaze: Pour half of the marinade into a small saucepan and set it aside. This portion will be simmered into a thick glaze later.

3. Prepare the Salmon: Rinse and pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them into the remaining marinade and coat well on both sides

4. Let It Marinate Briefly: Allow the salmon to sit in the sauce for about 2 minutes per side. This quick soak gives great flavor without over-marinating.

5. Heat the Pan: In a nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add two salmon fillets at a time with any remaining marinade from the bowl.

6. Sear the Salmon: Cook the salmon for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until golden and cooked to your preference. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.

7. Thicken the Glaze: Meanwhile, bring the reserved sauce in the saucepan to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

8. Serve and Finish: Serve the salmon over steamed vegetables. Spoon the thickened teriyaki glaze over the top and garnish with green onions.

This Teriyaki Salmon pairs beautifully with simple, fresh sides that soak up all that glossy, savory glaze. Try it with a bowl of Fried Rice with Bacon, which adds richness and a bit of crunch to every bite. Or go lighter with Lamb and Chickpea Salad, offering a refreshing contrast to the bold teriyaki flavor.

For something a little more filling, serve it alongside Cheesy Garlic Sweet Potatoes—not traditional, but absolutely delicious. No matter what you choose, this salmon is versatile enough to complement both clean and comforting sides.