Description
Enjoy the irresistible flavors of teriyaki salmon stir fry! This easy recipe combines tender salmon cubes and vibrant vegetables, creating a delightful and healthy meal that’s perfect for a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz salmon fillet, skinless, cut in 1 inch cubes
- ½ whole red bell pepper, julienned
- ½ whole yellow bell pepper, julienned
- 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into matchstick size
- 1 cup broccoli florets, raw
- 2 tbsps. avocado oil, or light olive oil
- ¼ cup soy sauce, low sodium
- ¼ cup broth or water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp. rice vinegar
- 2 tsps. corn starch
- 2 tbsps. honey , or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp. garlic, minced, 2-3 cloves
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp. grated ginger, or ginger powder
- sesame seeds
- Green onion, sliced
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk the sauce ingredients until the cornstarch dissolves completely.
- Cut the salmon into uniform 1-inch cubes and marinate them in half of the teriyaki sauce for 10 minutes.
- Wash and prepare the vegetables: broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté the prepared vegetables for 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender, then set aside.
- Wipe the skillet clean, add a bit more oil, and sear the salmon cubes on one side for 2–3 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until nearly done.
- Pour the reserved sauce into the skillet with the salmon, simmering for about 30–60 seconds to thicken the glaze.
- Return the sautéed vegetables to the pan, folding everything together gently and heating for 60 seconds.
- Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, and serve warm over jasmine rice or rice noodles.
Notes
For a spicier kick, adjust the cayenne pepper to taste.
Serve with extra sauce on the side for added flavor.
This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
