BBQ Teriyaki Salmon on the road

BBQ Teriyaki Salmon is an simple recipe that is full of big flavors! You can grill this up in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or your next BBQ with friends.

Whether you're firing up the grill outside or craving that charred grill flavor from cooking indoors, this BBQ Teriyaki Salmon is a tasty dish that will satisfy those barbecue cravings.

Living in the Pacific Northwest, we eat a lot of salmon, and come summertime, this is one of our family's easiest salmon faves. But you don't have to wait until the sun is shining to make it. It's simply as tasty when cooked up on an indoor grill pan!

This salmon recipe is so super simple, too. You only need a few ingredients to make the teriyaki marinade, then you marinate the salmon, and grill. Done!

Why you'll love this family favorite recipe!

We dare you to make this and not fall in love with it! Here are a few reasons it's become part of our regular dinner rotation and why you will love it, too:

Fast – Other than the marinating time, this recipe can be done in 30 minutes.
Simple – The recipe is super simple to follow. If you have teens in the house, this is a great recipe they can make on their own!
Simple – Whisk, marinate, grill. Three simple steps to deliciousness!
Flavorful – The teriyaki sauce is simple yet gives you big umami flavors.

Ingredient notes

To make BBQ Teriyaki Salmon, you simply need a few simple ingredients that you can find in any local grocery store:

Salmon – You'll need four salmon fillets that are around 6 ounces each. We prefer to leave the skin on for maximum flavor, but you do you.
Dressing – To make the dressing, you'll need soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar to balance it out with a little sweetness, garlic, and ginger.
Garnishes – While you can enjoy these BBQ teriyaki salmon steaks as is, they are exceptionally delish when garnished with sliced green onions and a little sprinkling of white sesame seeds simply before serving.

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Step-by-step instructions

You'll find the full list of ingredients along with measurements, and more detailed instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. Here's a quick overview along with some step-by-step photos.

Make the marinade, reserving some and setting aside for later.
Marinate the salmon in the larger portion of the marinade mix in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high and brush the grill lightly with olive oil.
Grill each salmon fillet for about 6 minutes on each side.

After turning over the salmon halfway through grilling, brush with the reserve marinade.
Serve immediately as is, or garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of white sesame seeds and serve.

Marlynn's Tip

Recipe Tip

We personally prefer to cook salmon when an internal thermometer reads around 125°F. This yields fish that is tender and juicy.

For medium rare salmon, aim for a temperature of 120°F to 125°F
For medium, aim for a temp of 125°F to 130°F
If you prefer your salmon well done, cook it to a temp of 140°F. We find fish to be dry at this point, but some people prefer it this way.

Recipe FAQs

Do We have to use hoisin sauce in the marinade?

We love the richness that hoisin sauce adds to the teriyaki marinade. You can omit it if you prefer. You can also use a dark soy or oyster sauce instead.

What is this white stuff coming out of the salmon when it cooks?

That white stuff is albumin, the protein in salmon. It's totally okay to eat, but if you see it, that could mean you have overcooked your fish.

What's the best way to store leftovers?

This salmon is best enjoyed right after it's cooked. However, you can allow the salmon to cool, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

What are the best ways to use up leftover salmon?

Leftover BBQ teriyaki salmon is tasty when used in a stir-fry, fried rice, or breakfast hash the next day.

Serving suggestions

We love to serve this BBQ teriyaki salmon over Pressure-cooker garlic rice or with chili garlic noodles. Add sides like grilled asparagus or Asian carrot cucumber salad for a healthy, tasty dinner.

For a BBQ or summer party to remember, serve this salmon alongside classic BBQ sides like Filipino mac salad, dill pickle potato salad, or mango slaw.

🍷 🥂 Wine pairings

The Asian flavors of the teriyaki marinade and the richness of the salmon pair well with a dry Riesling, as well as a Pinot Noir.

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