Japanese BBQ Salmon
This delicious Japanese marinated salmon is tender, savory, and slightly sweet, infused with soy sauce, mirin, and ginger for a perfectly balanced flavor.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time8 minutes mins
Marinate Time1 hour hr
Course: Main Course, Salmon
Cuisine: Japanese, Seafood
Keyword: bbq salmon, japanese bbq, pan fried salmon
Servings: 4 people
Author: Courtney ODell
- Pat salmon dry. 
- In a bowl or zip-top bag, combine salmon fillets with Banchan Japanese BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil. 
- Marinate in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes (up to 1 hour for deeper flavor). 
- Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. 
- Remove salmon from marinade (reserve a couple of tablespoons of marinade for glazing). 
- Place salmon skin-side down (if skin-on) and cook 3–4 minutes until skin is crispy and flesh is about 60% cooked. 
- Flip and cook 2–3 more minutes until salmon reaches your desired doneness (internal temp ~125°F for medium). 
- In the last 30 seconds, spoon a little reserved marinade over the fillets for a glossy finish. 
- Optional: turn heat to high briefly to caramelize the glaze. 
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and green onions. 
- Serve with steamed rice, pickled veggies, or a side of stir-fried greens. 
Calories: 333kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 885mg | Potassium: 859mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 68IU | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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