Jul 14 2026

Salmon Recipe

Inspired by Mikuni | Elk Grove
Time1h
Serves2

Choice of Teriyaki or Shioyaki

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Ingredients

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For Teriyaki Salmon

For Shioyaki Salmon

Method

For Teriyaki Salmon

  1. 1

    Prepare Marinade

    In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the sugar is dissolved.

  2. 2

    Marinate Salmon

    Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Preheat Grill or Oven

    Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat (about 375°F or 190°C).

  4. 4

    Cook Salmon

    Remove salmon from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Grill or bake the salmon for about 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through.

  5. 5

    Glaze with Marinade

    During the last few minutes of cooking, brush the reserved marinade over the salmon for added flavor.

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Sprinkle chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.

For Shioyaki Salmon

  1. 7

    Prepare Salmon

    Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.

  2. 8

    Season with Salt

    Sprinkle sea salt evenly over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well coated.

  3. 9

    Add Sake and Lemon Juice

    Drizzle sake and lemon juice over the salted salmon and let it sit for about 15-20 minutes.

  4. 10

    Preheat Grill or Oven

    Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat (about 375°F or 190°C).

  5. 11

    Cook Salmon

    Place the salmon on the grill or in the oven and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

  6. 12

    Garnish and Serve

    Top with chopped green onions before serving.

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