Description
Succulent salmon embraces Japanese teriyaki magic in this zesty orange-infused dish. Delicate fish meets sweet-tangy marinade, promising a quick, elegant meal perfect for home cooks craving restaurant-quality flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz/170 g) salmon filets
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 4 tsp water
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) soy sauce
- ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- sesame seeds
- red pepper flakes
- chopped green onions
Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: Whisk cornstarch with water in a small bowl until completely smooth, then combine with all sauce ingredients in a saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Oven Setup: Position oven rack in the center and preheat to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Salmon Staging: Arrange salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap. Brush generously with teriyaki sauce, reserving half for later glazing.
- Initial Baking: Slide baking sheet into preheated oven and cook for 14 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is perfectly cooked.
- Caramelization Finish: Remove salmon from oven and apply the remaining sauce. Switch oven to broil and return salmon for 60-90 seconds, carefully monitoring to achieve a golden, caramelized exterior without burning.
- Plating and Garnish: Transfer salmon to serving plates nestled on steamed rice. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, finely chopped green onions, and sesame seeds to enhance flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Cornstarch Smoothing Tip: Whisk vigorously and slowly to eliminate lumps completely, ensuring a silky sauce texture.
- Sauce Thickening Technique: Stir constantly at medium-low heat to prevent burning and achieve perfect consistency without scorching.
- Baking Precision: Position salmon centrally in oven for even cooking, and use a fork to check doneness by gently flaking the fish.
- Broiling Caution: Watch salmon closely during final 60-90 seconds to prevent burning, aiming for a golden-brown caramelized surface without charring.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking, Broiling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg