Major salmon fans over here and this teriyaki salmon recipe is a winner! It’s so simple and doesn’t require any lengthy marinating, but is super flavorful. The Asian salmon turns out flaky, juicy and absolutely delicious with the homemade teriyaki sauce.

Teriyaki salmon recipe arranged on a serving platter is flaky and juicy

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This is an easy salmon dinner idea the whole family will love. My son LOVED it and he doesn’t usually refill his plate for salmon. Funny all I have to tell him is “it tastes like Panda” and he’s sold. He’s big on Asian flavors :). 

Ingredients for Teriyaki Salmon:

You can use a 2 to 3 lb salmon filet for this recipe. We used a wild-caught Sockeye Salmon (more on selecting salmon and it’s affect on how long to bake salmon below). The homemade teriyaki sauce is so simple but so good (which is great on chicken too!). P.S. Use a gluten free soy sauce like Tamari brand (Amazon affiliate link) to make it gluten free! See the ingredient measurements in the print-friendly section below.

Ingredients for Teriyaki Salmon with everything you need to make teriyaki salmon

How to Make the Teriyaki Salmon:

Prep: Grease a large rimmed baking sheet (cover with foil and then grease for easier clean-up). Preheat oven to 400˚F.

1. Combine sauce ingredients and stir until brown sugar is dissolved.

This teriyaki salmon recipe is a winner! Simple ingredients and no lengthy marinating needed. A flaky, juicy and delicious teriyaki glazed salmon recipe.

2. Place individual salmon slices in a mixing bowl. Pour the sauce over the salmon, cover with plastic wrap and let marinate 20 minutes (at room temp or refrigerated).

This teriyaki salmon recipe is a winner! Simple ingredients and no lengthy marinating needed. A flaky, juicy and delicious teriyaki glazed salmon recipe.

3.Transfer salmon to prepared baking sheet (keep the marinade). Bake at 400 for 12-16 minutes or until salmon is flaky and cooked through, bake times may vary by thickness and cut of salmon (see notes on how long to bake salmon below).

This teriyaki salmon recipe is a winner! Simple ingredients and no lengthy marinating needed. A flaky, juicy and delicious teriyaki glazed salmon recipe.

4. While salmon is baking, transfer remaining marinade to a small sauce pan and bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened (3-4 min) then remove from heat.

This teriyaki salmon recipe is a winner! Simple ingredients and no lengthy marinating needed. A flaky, juicy and delicious teriyaki glazed salmon recipe.

5. Once salmon is out of the oven, brush with teriyaki syrup, then sprinkle with chopped green onion and sesame seeds as desired.

Teriyaki glazed salmon arranged in serving platter with serving suggestion for teriyaki salmon

Juicy!! I’m so bummed there aren’t any leftovers…

How Long to Bake Salmon:

Baking times for salmon will vary based on the type of salmon you are using.

Farmed Raised Salmon (like “Atlantic Salmon” or farmed King Salmon) tend to have a higher fat content so they can be baked for a longer period of time without drying out. Farmed salmon also tends to come in thicker, fattier pieces of salmon which are more forgiving and you can bake longer.

Wild Caught Salmon (like Coho Salmon and Sockeye), tend to be thinner and less fatty fillets (with the exception of WILD Caught King Salmon which can be just as thick and fatty as farm raised). In general, wild salmon is easier to overcook and needs to be baked more carefully. With wild-caught salmon, aim for the lower baking times if a range is given and check for doneness before you cook it any longer.

Flaked teriyaki salmon to test for doneness when checking how long to bake salmon

Print-Friendly Teriyaki Salmon Recipe:

Natasha's Kitchen Cookbook

Teriyaki Salmon Recipe

4.98 from 483 votes
Author: Natasha Kravchuk
This teriyaki salmon recipe is a winner! Simple ingredients and no lengthy marinating needed. A flaky, juicy and delicious teriyaki glazed salmon recipe.
This teriyaki salmon recipe is a winner! Simple ingredients and no lengthy marinating needed. A flaky, juicy and delicious teriyaki glazed salmon recipe.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 8 Servings

For the Teriyaki Salmon:

  • 2 1/2 lbs salmon filet sliced into 2" wide slices, *

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

  • 3 Tbsp teriyaki sauce
  • 3 Tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 3 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large or 3 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp freshly grated ginger, or 1/2 tsp ground ginger

To serve:

  • Sesame seeds to garnish, optional
  • Green onion, chopped, optional

Instructions

Prep:

  • Grease a large rimmed baking sheet (cover with foil and then grease for easier clean-up). Preheat oven to 400˚F.

How to Make Easy Teriyaki Salmon:

  • Combine sauce ingredients and stir until brown sugar is dissolved.
  • Place individual salmon slices in a mixing bowl. Pour the sauce over the salmon, cover with plastic wrap and let marinate 20 minutes (at room temp or refrigerated).
  • Transfer salmon to prepared baking sheet (keep the marinade). Bake at 400 for 12-16 min or until salmon is flaky and cooked through, bake times may vary by thickness of salmon.
  • While salmon is baking, transfer remaining marinade to a small sauce pan and bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened (3-4 min) then remove from heat.
  • Once salmon is out of the oven, brush with teriyaki syrup, then sprinkle with chopped green onion and sesame seeds as desired.

Notes

*This recipe will work for  2 to 3 lbs salmon. You can easily scale this recipe up or down. For 1 lb of salmon, cut all of the marinade ingredients in half.

Nutrition Per Serving

276kcal Calories13g Carbs29g Protein10g Fat1g Saturated Fat78mg Cholesterol797mg Sodium743mg Potassium11g Sugar55IU Vitamin A0.2mg Vitamin C31mg Calcium1.5mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Teriyaki Salmon Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
276
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
 
78
mg
26
%
Sodium
 
797
mg
35
%
Potassium
 
743
mg
21
%
Carbohydrates
 
13
g
4
%
Sugar
 
11
g
12
%
Protein
 
29
g
58
%
Vitamin A
 
55
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
0.2
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
31
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1.5
mg
8
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Teriyaki Salmon
Skill Level: Easy
Cost to Make: $$
Calories: 276

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This teriyaki salmon recipe is a winner! Simple ingredients and no lengthy marinating needed. A flaky, juicy and delicious teriyaki glazed salmon recipe.

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  • Irina
    March 26, 2024

    Hey Natasha! Would like to try recipe. I don’t have any store bought teriyaki sauce on hand. Do you suggest any substitutes?

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 26, 2024

      Hi Irina, one of our readers shared this “We made this last night and my kids gobbled it up! I didn’t have Teriyaki sauce but used Oyster sauce instead and it still turned out great. Thanks so much!”

      Reply

  • Claudia
    March 13, 2024

    I made this today for dinner and my family loved it! Even my 4 and 6 year old! Thanks!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 13, 2024

      Lovely to hear that, Claudia! Thank you so much for sharing.

      Reply

  • Linda A Hawkins
    March 13, 2024

    Absolutely the best teriyaki sauce I have ever tasted. Will be a regular on our table for sure. Followed the recipe to a T and it was perfect. Check out her glazed meatloaf, it’s to die for.

    Reply

  • Cathy Y.
    March 7, 2024

    Made this tonight and it turned out delicious, thanks so much for sharing this awesome recipe!

    Reply

  • Barbara Ann
    March 3, 2024

    Hubby usually isn’t a fan of salmon, but he loved this recipe! Easy to put together. I had wild caught salmon that was not thick, so checked it after 10 minutes, and it was very close to temp. Put it under broiler to caramelize the top for about a minute or two and it was delicious! Will make this again!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 3, 2024

      Hi Barbara, that’s nice to know that your husband loved our Teriyako Salmon Recipe! Thanks a lot for sharing.

      Reply

  • Carol
    February 25, 2024

    I’ve always been a huge salmon lover and I’ve been eating it for decades but lately, I’ve been in a little bit of a salmon funk. UNTIL NOW.. WOW! This recipe is fabulous as is and I didn’t need to glaze it afterward. Delish as written. I had it the next day at room temp and was just as DIVINE. 🙂

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      February 25, 2024

      Hey Carol, thanks a lot for sharing that with us! I’m really happy that you enjoyed our Teriyaki Salmon recipe a lot!

      Reply

  • Natasha
    January 31, 2024

    This is nice and easy to do and super tasty – everyone loved it, thank you!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      January 31, 2024

      Good to know that it was a huge hit! Thank you for sharing.

      Reply

  • Jan
    January 27, 2024

    The teriyaki sauce recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of teriyaki sauce. I assume this is a typo? Please clarify. Thanks

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      January 29, 2024

      Hi Jan! That’s correct. We use store bought teriyaki sauce plus the other listed ingredients to get the right balance for the sauce on this.

      Reply

  • Jo-Ellen
    January 24, 2024

    We both love this. Not only was the salmon exceptionally tasty, your recipe added to the tenderness of the fillet, as well. Thank you.

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      January 24, 2024

      You’re so very welcome, Jo-Ellen!

      Reply

  • Steven
    January 13, 2024

    I’ve tried other salmon recipes, but I always come back to this one. Dyakuyu, Natasha.

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      January 13, 2024

      Hi Steven! I’m so glad you love this recipe! Thank you.

      Reply

  • Melissa Lea
    December 28, 2023

    Hi Natasha,
    What should we use to grease the baking sheet? Olive Oil? Butter?
    Thank you!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      December 28, 2023

      Hi Melissa! Oil or butter will both work. I hope you love the recipe!

      Reply

  • tom dayton
    November 29, 2023

    The best grilled salmon I have ever tried. The flavors are so great. Let it marinade over night its better. So moist and tastefull!!!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      November 30, 2023

      Thank you, Tom. We’re happy that you enjoyed it a lot!

      Reply

  • Terry Dunham
    November 28, 2023

    This is a delicious recipe and so easy to prepare.
    Excellent!!!
    I served it with basmati rice and roasted asparagus! Yummy!!!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      November 28, 2023

      That’s great, Terry! It sounds super yummy!

      Reply

  • Luna, N.
    October 17, 2023

    Not only is this recipe delicious, but easy to make during the weekday when we’re busy with sports! You truly are one of the best out there, your recipes never disappoint! Thank you for making it easy on us mamas!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      October 17, 2023

      You’re very welcome! I’m so glad you are enjoying the recipes. Thank you for the wonderful feedback.

      Reply

  • Tricia Celenza
    September 19, 2023

    This came together quickly and my son said it was the best salmon he’s ever eaten!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      September 19, 2023

      That’s wonderful!

      Reply

  • paige bussey
    September 18, 2023

    So simple but yet out of this world, Will be using this weekly!!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      September 18, 2023

      Great to hear that you found you new go-to-recipe!

      Reply

  • Marcie
    September 1, 2023

    We made this last night and my kids gobbled it up! I didn’t have Teriyaki sauce but used Oyster sauce instead and it still turned out great. Thanks so much!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      September 1, 2023

      That’s wonderful, Marcie! I’m glad they enjoyed it.

      Reply

  • Amy Summers
    August 28, 2023

    This is truly an amazing salmon dish. It’s easy and takes pantry ingredients if you make Asian dishes. It tastes like a meal that takes a lot of time and effort but it doesn’t. I make it often for my family who give me rave reviews.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 28, 2023

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Amy!

      Reply

  • Brea
    June 1, 2023

    Great recipe! Is there anything I can substitute for the hoisin sauce? I don’t have any. Thanks

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      June 1, 2023

      Hi Brea! One of my readers reported using oyster sauce in its place. You could try using a little more soy sauce and teriyaki sauce in its place to make up for it.

      Reply

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