For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of white sugar. If you don't have sake, you can substitute with dry sherry or rice wine vinegar. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for an extra touch of elegance. For a crispy skin, pat the salmon dry with paper towels before searing and start skin-side down in the pan. The marinade also works wonderfully with chicken or tofu.
Salmon Yakitori
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS24
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this effortlessly elegant Salmon Yakitori. A symphony of umami and sweetness, this dish features succulent salmon fillets glazed in a luscious homemade yakitori sauce. Perfectly paired with sesame noodles and crisp baby corn for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate26 g
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Cholesterol99 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein36 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium1903 mg
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Sugar24 g
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Fat32 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a shallow dish, whisk together the soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 hrs
Place the salmon fillets in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Skin side up if skin-on. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, allowing the flavors to fully penetrate the salmon. (2 hours - overnight)
03
Step
2 mins
Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. (2 minutes)
04
Step
1 mins
Remove the salmon from the marinade, reserving the marinade separately. Gently place the salmon in the hot pan. (1 minute)
05
Step
9 mins
Pan-fry the salmon for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. As the salmon cooks, gradually add the reserved marinade to the pan, allowing it to glaze and caramelize around the fish. This will intensify the flavor and keep the salmon incredibly moist. (8-10 minutes)
06
Step
1 mins
The salmon is ready when it is cooked through and easily flakes with a fork. Serve immediately over sesame noodles with a side of baby sweet corn, drizzled with any remaining glaze from the pan.
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Rachelle Cummerata
Jun 11, 2025I marinated the salmon overnight, and it was incredible! The flavor was so intense.
Elissa Jerde
May 22, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! The salmon was so flavorful and moist. My family loved it!
Dawson Reichel
Apr 11, 2025Easy to follow and delicious results. I added a pinch of ginger to the marinade for an extra kick.
Dorris Marquardt
Apr 3, 2025I was a bit skeptical about the sugar, but it created the most amazing glaze. Will definitely make this again.