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Quick Teriyaki Salmon with Sesame

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A quick and easy teriyaki salmon recipe with a sweet-savory glaze and toasted sesame seeds, ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, skin-on or skinless, about 6 ounces each
  • ½ cup teriyaki sauce
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Toast sesame seeds in a dry small pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  2. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. In a small bowl, combine teriyaki sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well.
  4. Heat skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Wait until oil shimmers but is not smoking.
  5. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving to get a crispy crust. Flip carefully.
  6. Pour teriyaki mixture over salmon. Reduce heat to medium-low and let sauce bubble and thicken while spooning it over the fish for 3-4 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  7. Transfer salmon to plates. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed. Keep an eye on the sauce to prevent burning. Pat salmon dry before cooking for a better sear. Use gluten-free teriyaki sauce for gluten-free diet. Leftovers keep well for up to 2 days in the fridge and reheat gently on the stove.

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