Microwave Teriyaki Salmon

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful Microwave Teriyaki Salmon recipe! Featuring tender salmon fillets coated in a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and fresh ginger, this dish is ready in just 15 minutes. The secret to its simplicity lies in the microwave, ensuring perfectly cooked, flaky salmon with minimal effort. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for a touch of elegance, and pair it with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete, nutritious meal. Perfect for busy cooks, this easy salmon recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in record time.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (about 6 oz each) Salmon fillet
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon, freshly grated Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Water
• 1 teaspoon (optional, for garnish) Sesame seeds
• 1 stalk, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish) Green onions

Directions

Step 1

Place the salmon fillets in a microwave-safe dish. Ensure the dish has a lid or cover to prevent splattering during cooking.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the teriyaki sauce.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until the cornstarch is completely dissolved. Stir this mixture into the teriyaki sauce to help thicken it during cooking.

Step 4

Pour the teriyaki sauce over the salmon fillets, ensuring the fish is evenly coated.

Step 5

Cover the microwave-safe dish with a lid or microwave-safe plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.

Step 6

Microwave the salmon on high for 3–5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 7

Once cooked, carefully remove the dish from the microwave (it will be hot) and let the salmon rest for 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired, before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	464.5 grams (464.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1255

Total Fat 78.40g	101%
Saturated Fat 16.80g	84%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24.40g
Cholesterol 235mg	78%
Sodium 2738mg	119%
Total Carbohydrate 42.80g	16%
Dietary Fiber 1.00g	4%
Total Sugars 35.20g
Protein 91.90g	184%

Vitamin D 1864IU	9322%
Calcium 85mg	7%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 1798mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.7%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 13.8%