Teriyaki-Inspired Salmon
This simple teriyaki-inspired salmon recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The salmon is coated in a flavorful glaze made with coconut aminos, avocado oil, honey, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper, then baked until cooked through. The result is a moist, tender, and delicious salmon that's sure to please everyone at the table.
Teriyaki is a Japanese cooking technique that involves grilling or broiling meat or fish in a sweet and savory sauce. The sauce is typically made with soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. This recipe takes inspiration from teriyaki, but uses coconut aminos instead of soy sauce and honey instead of sugar. The result is a gluten-free and paleo-friendly teriyaki sauce that's just as delicious as the traditional version. I first developed this recipe when I was looking for a quick and easy way to cook salmon for dinner. I wanted something flavorful and satisfying, but I didn't want to spend a lot of time cooking. This recipe fit the bill perfectly. The salmon is coated in the teriyaki glaze and baked in the oven. The glaze caramelizes on the salmon, creating a delicious crust. The salmon is cooked through in just 15-20 minutes, making this recipe perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound salmon fillet, skin on
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Place the salmon fillet on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, avocado oil, honey, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper.
  5. Pour the teriyaki glaze over the salmon.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
  7. Serve immediately.
  8. Enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The coconut aminos add a salty and slightly sweet flavor to the glaze.
  • The avocado oil helps to keep the salmon moist and tender.
  • The honey adds a touch of sweetness and helps to caramelize the glaze.
  • The ginger and garlic add a pungent and aromatic flavor to the glaze.
  • The sesame oil adds a nutty and toasted flavor to the glaze.
  • The black pepper adds a touch of spice to the glaze.