Grilled Salmon with Teriyaki Sauce Recipe – Japanese Special

Grilled Salmon with Teriyaki Sauce is a flavor-packed main course where tender salmon fillets are grilled until lightly smoky and finished with a glossy, sweet-savory teriyaki glaze. This Japanese-inspired dish is both healthy and indulgent, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant meals.
With its flaky texture and bold umami taste, this salmon dish delivers restaurant-style results at home.
- Prep Time10 min
- Cook Time30 min
- Perform Time12 min
- Total Time52 min
- Cuisine
- Course
Grilled Salmon with Teriyaki Sauce Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp mirin or rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thick sauce)
- Sesame seeds and spring onions for garnish
Filling
- 1/2 cup sweet red bean paste (anko)
Grilled Salmon with Teriyaki Sauce Instructions:
Mix soy sauce, honey, mirin, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
Grilled Salmon with Teriyaki Sauce Instructions:
Marinate salmon for 20–30 minutes.
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Lightly oil the grill to prevent sticking.
Grill salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes.
Flip carefully and grill another 3–4 minutes.
Simmer leftover marinade until slightly thickened.
Brush teriyaki sauce over salmon.
Remove from grill and rest briefly.
Garnish and serve hot.
Recipe Notes :
Do not overcook to keep salmon moist
Use fresh salmon for best flavor
Thicken sauce separately for food safety
Let fish rest briefly before serving
