Japanese dinner

Sticky Teriyaki Salmon & Greens

Name: Sticky Teriyaki Salmon & Greens
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 2 whole Salmon fillets; 3 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 tbsp Mirin; 1 tbsp Honey; 1 tsp Fresh ginger, grated; 140 g Basmati or jasmine rice; 2 whole Pak choi, halved; 1 whole Garlic clove, sliced; 1 tsp Sesame seeds

When you want big flavour with zero fuss, this easy teriyaki salmon recipe is your weeknight hero. We're leaning on the magic of the air fryer to get those salmon fillets tender on the inside with wonderfully caramelised, sticky edges. While the homemade sweet-and-savoury glaze bubbles away on the hob, you can steam up some fluffy rice and flash-fry crisp pak choi with garlic. It comes together in just twenty minutes flat, delivering a colourful, restaurant-worthy plate straight to your table. Grab your chopsticks and dive right into pure comfort!

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Glazed air-fried teriyaki salmon fillet served over fluffy white rice with sautéed halved pak choi, drizzled with glossy glaze and sesame seeds.

20 min · Quick
Beginner
Mild spice
Serves 2
Air fryer, Hob

PescatarianHigh proteinDairy freeHigh proteinHotHealthyFamily favoriteLight

Contains: Fish, Soy, Wheat, Sesame. Always check ingredient labels.

Why you'll love it

Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal washing up.
Irresistibly glossy, sweet-savoury homemade teriyaki glaze.
Tender, flaky air-fried salmon paired with vibrant, garlicky greens.

Fits your table

Eating solo

Cook one fillet tonight and pack the second with extra rice for an effortless next-day lunch.

For two

A spot-on dinner for two that feels like a cosy takeaway night in.

With kids

The mild, sweet-salty glaze makes this fish dish an instant hit with younger palates.

Swaps

For a gluten-free version, swap standard soy sauce for tamari.

Ingredients

2 servings

Salmon fillets2 whole
Soy sauce3 tbsp
Mirin2 tbsp
Honey1 tbsp
Fresh ginger, grated1 tsp
Basmati or jasmine rice140 g
Pak choi, halved2 whole
Garlic clove, sliced1 whole
Sesame seeds1 tsp

Steps

Storage & leftovers

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days; freezing is not recommended as cooked pak choi will become watery. Reheat gently in the microwave or a low-heat air fryer until piping hot throughout.

Nutrition

This dinner leans high protein. We don't publish calorie numbers until they're calculated from real data.

Questions

Can I make this if I do not have an air fryer?

Yes, you can pan-sear the salmon fillets in a hot frying pan or bake them in an oven preheated to 200°C for 10–12 minutes until cooked through.

Is this teriyaki salmon dairy-free?

Yes, this recipe is naturally dairy-free as written.

What allergens are present in this recipe?

This dish contains fish (salmon), soy and wheat (from the soy sauce), and sesame seeds.

Can I swap the pak choi for another vegetable?

Tenderstem broccoli, mangetout, or sugar snap peas make brilliant swaps and cook in just a few minutes in the same garlicky pan.

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Last updated 2026-11-08