Instant Pot Salmon Teriyaki is a delicious and healthy meal that can be made quickly using an Instant Pot pressure cooker. The Instant Pot cooks the salmon perfectly in just a few minutes.
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This Instant Pot salmon teriyaki recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious and healthy meal. The combination of soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger create a flavorful and savory sauce that pairs perfectly with tender and flaky salmon fillets.
Instant Pot makes cooking the salmon a breeze, and the addition of cornstarch helps to thicken the sauce for a perfect glaze. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this teriyaki salmon is sure to become a new favorite.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a healthy and delicious meal on the table in no time. The Instant Pot pressure cooker cooks the salmon in just a few minutes, making it a convenient and time-saving option.
- Healthy and flavorful. Salmon is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, and the teriyaki sauce is full of flavor without being too heavy or high in calories.
- Beautiful presentation. The sesame seeds and green onions add a beautiful touch to the dish, making it look as good as it tastes.
- Crowd-pleaser. This dish is sure to be a hit with anyone who loves salmon or Asian-inspired flavors. It's a great option for a family dinner or dinner party.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Soy Sauce: The base of the teriyaki sauce and adds a savory umami flavor to the salmon.
- Water: Added to the sauce to dilute the soy sauce and balance the saltiness.
- Brown Sugar: Used to sweeten the sauce and also helps to thicken it.
- Vegetable Oil: Added to the sauce to give it a silky texture and add a mild flavor.
- Garlic & Ginger Paste: Added to the sauce to add depth of flavor and spice.
- Salmon: The star of the dish and cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot, which makes it tender and flaky.
- Cornstarch: Used to thicken the sauce.
- Ground Black Pepper: added for a subtle kick of heat.
- Sesame Seeds & Green Onions: Used as garnish, adding a beautiful touch to the dish and enhancing the flavor.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, vegetable oil, garlic, and ginger paste.
Step 2: Place the salmon on a sheet of aluminum foil. Fold up the sides to create a bowl shape. Pour ⅓ of the soy sauce mixture over the salmon. Set aside.
Step 3: Take another piece of aluminum foil and cover the top of the salmon and pinch together the aluminum foil to seal in all of the sides.
Step 4: Add 1 ½ cups of water to the bottom of the Instant Pot. Place the trivet inside and place the salmon on the trivet.
Step 5: Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 4 minutes. Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release for 10 minutes. Then, quick release the remaining steam.
Step 6: Remove the salmon and the trivet from the Instant Pot. Pour out the water that is in the pot, then place the pot back into the Instant Pot.
Step 7: In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water. Turn the Instant Pot on sauté mode and add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce in the pot, as well as the remaining soy sauce mixture. Cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
Step 8: Pour the sauce over the cooked salmon. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
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Expert Tips
- Choose the right cut of salmon. Look for fresh, skinless salmon fillets that are about 1 inch thick. This will help the salmon cook evenly and stay moist.
- Thicken the sauce. If the sauce is too thin, you can add more cornstarch to thicken it. Mix the cornstarch with a small amount of cold water before adding it to the Instant Pot to prevent clumping.
- Serve with rice or vegetables. This dish pairs well with steamed rice, vegetable fried rice, or stir-fried vegetables. You can also add vegetables like broccoli or carrots to the Instant Pot for a complete meal.
Variations
- Honey teriyaki salmon: Replace the brown sugar in the teriyaki sauce with honey for a sweeter and milder flavor.
- Spicy teriyaki salmon: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the teriyaki sauce for a spicy kick.
- Orange teriyaki salmon: Add orange zest and orange juice to the teriyaki sauce for a citrusy and refreshing flavor.
- Pineapple teriyaki salmon: Add crushed pineapple to the teriyaki sauce for a tropical and fruity twist.
Storing
To store leftover teriyaki salmon, first let it cool to room temperature. Then, transfer the salmon and sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Recipe FAQ's
Yes, you can use frozen salmon for this recipe. However, you will need to adjust the cooking time accordingly. Add 1-2 minutes to the cooking time if using frozen salmon.
Yes, you can use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce the sodium content of the dish. However, keep in mind that the teriyaki sauce may be slightly less flavorful.
Yes, you can make teriyaki salmon on the stove or in the oven if you don't have an Instant Pot. To cook on the stove, heat the teriyaki sauce in a pan and cook the salmon on both sides until done. To cook in the oven, place the salmon in a baking dish and pour the teriyaki sauce over it. Bake in a preheated oven at 375 °F for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
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Special Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 16 ounces salmon cut into 4 fillets
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 4 green onions diced
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, vegetable oil, garlic, and ginger paste.
- Place the salmon on a sheet of aluminum foil. Fold up the sides to create a bowl shape. Pour ⅓ of the soy sauce mixture over the salmon. Set aside.
- Take another piece of aluminum foil and cover the top of the salmon and pinch together the aluminum foil to seal in all of the sides.
- Add 1 ½ cups of water to the bottom of the Instant Pot. Place the trivet inside and place the salmon on the trivet.
- Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 4 minutes. Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release for 10 minutes. Then, quick release the remaining steam.
- Remove the salmon and the trivet from the Instant Pot. Pour out the water that is in the pot and place your pot back into the Instant Pot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water. Turn the Instant Pot on sauté mode and add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce in the pot, as well as the remaining soy sauce mixture. Cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked salmon. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Look for fresh, skinless salmon fillets that are about 1 inch thick. This will help the salmon cook evenly and stay moist.
- If the sauce is too thin, you can add more cornstarch to thicken it. Mix the cornstarch with a small amount of cold water before adding it to the Instant Pot to prevent clumping.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables. You can also add vegetables like broccoli or carrots to the Instant Pot for a complete meal.
- Storing: To store leftover Instant Pot teriyaki salmon, first let it cool to room temperature. Then, transfer the salmon and sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
Jere Cassidy
I am still trying to figure out how to cook everything in the IP so thank you for the pictures to see exactly how you make this recipe. Pinning this for later because we eat a lot of salmon and I love all your flavors for this dish.
Genevieve | Fitty Foodlicious
I love that you made this in the Instant Pot! Sounds delicious!