Orange Teriyaki Salmon (Print Version)
Flaky salmon with sweet-savory orange teriyaki glaze, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for a quick Asian-inspired meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Salmon
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4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
→ Orange Teriyaki Sauce
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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4 teaspoons water
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⅔ cup orange juice
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1 teaspoon orange zest
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⅓ cup soy sauce
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¼ cup brown sugar
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1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon sesame oil
→ Toppings
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Sesame seeds
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Red pepper flakes
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Green onions, chopped
# Steps:
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In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Combine all sauce ingredients including the cornstarch mixture in a small saucepan. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes until lightly thickened. Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl to cool.
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While the sauce is cooling, preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Line a baking sheet with lightly oiled foil. Place salmon fillets on the sheet and generously baste with half of the sauce, reserving the remaining sauce for later use.
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Place salmon in the preheated oven and bake for 14 minutes, or until the salmon is flaky.
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Remove salmon from the oven and baste with additional sauce. Place under the broiler for about 1 minute or until the top is golden with light charring.
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Serve salmon over steamed rice and garnish with red pepper flakes, chopped green onions, and sesame seeds.
# Notes:
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Store leftover salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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If fresh garlic is unavailable, substitute with 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
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If fresh ginger is unavailable, substitute with ½ teaspoon ground ginger.