Orange Teriyaki Salmon Recipe

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This Easy Orange Teriyaki Salmon recipe is your ticket to a restaurant-quality meal in just 20 minutes. The sweet and savory glaze, brightened with fresh orange juice, creates a perfectly caramelized crust on tender salmon fillets. It’s a simple, impressive dish ideal for busy weeknights. For another quick teriyaki favorite, try this Easy Teriyaki Chicken Casserole Ready in 30 Minutes.

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Orange Teriyaki Salmon

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  • Author: Olivia Bennett

Ingredients

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  • 4 6 oz. Salmon Filets
  • 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 Ginger (minced)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 tsp Sesame Oil
  • Sesame Seeds (optional)
  • Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
  • Chopped Green Onions (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water. Add all sauce ingredients to a small saucepan including cornstarch mixture. Bring sauce to a low simmer and cook for about 3-5 minutes. When sauce lightly thickens, remove from heat and transfer to a bowl to cool.
  2. While your sauce is cooling, preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  3. Line a baking sheet with a lightly oiled sheet of foil. Place salmon filets on the sheet and baste generously with sauce, reserving about half of the sauce for later use.
  4. Place salmon in the oven and bake for 14 minutes. When salmon is nice and flakey, it's ready.
  5. Remove salmon from the oven and baste with sauce again. Place salmon under the broiler for about a minute or until you get a golden lightly charred top.
  6. Serve salmon over a bed of steamed rice with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, chopped green onion and sesame seeds. Enjoy!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different type of fish for this orange teriyaki glaze?

Yes, this delicious orange teriyaki glaze works wonderfully on other firm-fleshed fish like cod or halibut. The baking time may need slight adjustment depending on the thickness of the fillet. The sweet and savory flavors are perfect for salmon and other types of seafood.

How do I know when the salmon is perfectly cooked?

The orange teriyaki salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. The glaze will become sticky and caramelized around the edges. Avoid overcooking to keep the salmon moist and tender.

Can I make the orange teriyaki sauce ahead of time?

Absolutely. You can prepare the mouthwatering orange teriyaki glaze up to three days in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Simply whisk it again before brushing it onto your salmon. This makes preparing this delicious easy baked salmon even quicker.

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