Teriyaki Salmon

Ingredients

• •4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
• •1/4 cup soy sauce
• •1/4 cup brown sugar
• •2 tbsp rice vinegar
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 tsp ginger, minced
• •1 tbsp cornstarch
• •2 tbsp water
• •2 tbsp sesame oil
• •1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
• •2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Add to the saucepan and stir until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. 3

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

4. 4

   Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and brush them generously with sesame oil.

5. 5

   Pour the teriyaki sauce over the salmon fillets, reserving some for serving later.

6. 6

   Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Drizzle with any remaining teriyaki sauce.

8. 8

   Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.