Savory Honey Ginger Teriyaki Salmon
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Japanese cuisine with this Savory Honey Ginger Teriyaki Salmon. This dish marries rich, succulent salmon with a homemade teriyaki sauce infused with zesty ginger and a touch of sweetness from honey. Perfectly marinated and broiled, each bite offers a balance of savory and sweet that tantalizes the taste buds. Serve this dish with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal that is as satisfying as it is healthy.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
soy sauce
1/3 cup (none)
mirin (or medium dry sherry or sake)
2 tablespoons (none)
cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
2 1/2 tablespoons (none)
honey
1 -2 tablespoons (none)
fresh gingerroot, peeled and chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons (peeled and chopped)
salmon steaks
2 (1/2-inch thick)
butter (or margarine)
to taste (melted)
salt and pepper
to taste (none)
Instructions
1
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin (or medium dry sherry/sake), cider vinegar (or rice vinegar), honey, and chopped ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2
Stir the mixture continuously until the honey is fully dissolved. Allow the sauce to reduce for about 10-15 minutes, or until it thickens slightly, resulting in approximately 1/2 cup of sauce.
3
Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool to room temperature. To expedite cooling, set the saucepan in a larger bowl filled with ice water.
4
Place the salmon steaks in a nonreactive baking dish and pour the cooled teriyaki sauce over them, ensuring they are evenly coated. Marinate for 15 to 20 minutes, turning the steaks halfway through to absorb the flavors.
5
Preheat your broiler, and line a broiler pan with foil for easy cleanup.
6
Arrange the marinated salmon steaks on the lined broiler pan, ensuring they are spaced apart to cook evenly.
7
Brush the tops of the salmon with melted butter, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
8
Position the rack so that the salmon is approximately 2 inches away from the broiler heat. Broil the salmon for about 3 minutes. Afterward, carefully turn each steak and continue broiling for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Honey Ginger Teriyaki Salmon?
It is a Japanese-inspired dish featuring salmon steaks marinated in a homemade teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, ginger, and honey.
What are the main ingredients for the teriyaki sauce?
The sauce consists of soy sauce, mirin (or sherry/sake), cider vinegar (or rice vinegar), honey, and fresh chopped gingerroot.
How long should I marinate the salmon?
The salmon should be marinated for 15 to 20 minutes, turning the steaks halfway through.
What can I use if I do not have mirin?
You can substitute mirin with medium dry sherry or sake.
What type of vinegar is best for this recipe?
The recipe suggests using either cider vinegar or rice vinegar.
How do I thicken the teriyaki sauce?
Bring the sauce ingredients to a simmer over medium heat and stir until the honey dissolves, then reduce for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
How much sauce does this recipe yield?
The reduction process should result in approximately 1/2 cup of teriyaki sauce.
How can I quickly cool the sauce before marinating?
To expedite cooling, set the saucepan in a larger bowl filled with ice water until it reaches room temperature.
What thickness should the salmon steaks be?
The recipe recommends using salmon steaks that are 1/2-inch thick.
What kind of dish should I use for marinating?
A nonreactive baking dish should be used to marinate the salmon.
Should the salmon be seasoned before broiling?
Yes, brush the tops with melted butter and season with salt and pepper to taste before placing them under the broiler.
How do I prepare the ginger for this recipe?
The gingerroot should be peeled and finely chopped before being added to the sauce.
How far from the broiler heat should the salmon be placed?
Position the oven rack so that the salmon is approximately 2 inches away from the broiler heat source.
How long do I broil the first side of the salmon?
Broil the first side of the salmon for about 3 minutes.
How long do I broil the second side of the salmon?
After turning the steaks, broil for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
How do I know when the salmon is fully cooked?
The salmon is done when the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
What are good side dishes for Honey Ginger Teriyaki Salmon?
It is best served with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for either butter or margarine to be used for brushing the salmon.
How many salmon steaks does this recipe prepare?
This specific recipe is scaled for 2 salmon steaks.
Is this a healthy recipe?
Yes, it is described as a healthy and satisfying seafood dish.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, one of the tags for this recipe is "easy recipe," making it suitable for quick meals.
Does the recipe require a specific type of pan for broiling?
You should use a broiler pan lined with foil for easy cleanup.
What is the flavor profile of this dish?
It offers a balance of savory and sweet flavors with a zesty kick from the fresh ginger.
Can the salmon be grilled instead of broiled?
Yes, while the instructions focus on broiling, the recipe includes a "grilled" tag.
How much honey is used in the sauce?
The recipe calls for 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey depending on your sweetness preference.
How much soy sauce is needed?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of soy sauce.
What temperature should the sauce be when added to the salmon?
The sauce must be cooled to room temperature before pouring it over the raw salmon.
Do I need to stir the sauce while it simmers?
Yes, you should stir continuously until the honey is fully dissolved.
What is the cuisine category for this dish?
This dish belongs to Japanese cuisine.
How much ginger is used in the sauce?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 tablespoons of fresh, peeled, and chopped gingerroot.