Japanese Teriyaki Salmon

Ingredients

• 4 6-ounce pieces Salmon fillets
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Mirin
• 0.25 cup Sake
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced(optional)
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, ginger, and garlic until the sugar is dissolved.

2. 2

   Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.

3. 3

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Place the salmon skin-side up in the pan and sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

5. 5

   Flip the salmon fillets and pour the teriyaki sauce mixture into the pan.

6. 6

   Simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes, spooning it over the salmon repeatedly as it thickens into a glossy glaze.

7. 7

   Remove the salmon once it reaches your desired doneness and the sauce has reduced to a syrupy consistency.

8. 8

   Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.