How to Make Salmon Yakitori - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmon Yakitori is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the rich, flaky texture of salmon with the sweet and savory flavors of yakitori sauce. This Japanese-style dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, as it is both quick to prepare and impressive to serve. Whether you are a seafood lover or trying to incorporate more fish into your diet, this recipe is sure to be a hit with friends and family alike.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup light soy sauce
  • ¼ cup sake
  • ¼ cup mirin (sweetened Asian wine)
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Mix the soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar in a shallow dish; place the salmon fillets in the dish, skin side up. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Drain the salmon and reserve the marinade. Pan fry the salmon 4 to 5 minutes per side, gradually adding the marinade to the pan, this will intensify the flavor and help to keep the salmon moist. Serve once the salmon is cooked through and is easily flaked with a fork.
  • Nutrition

    600 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 99mg
    • Sodium: 1903mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 678mg