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Grilled Salmon Head Teriyaki
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Grilled Salmon Head Teriyaki

A savory and sweet Japanese-inspired dish featuring a grilled salmon head served in a rich teriyaki sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and scallions. This recipe combines Asian flavors and textures, resulting in a visually appealing and mouthwatering meal. The salmon head is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar, then grilled to perfection. The teriyaki sauce is made with a combination of soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar, which is simmered until thick and syrupy.

Time Cook
20
Level
Intermediate
Calories
540
Allergens
Fish, Soy, Gluten

Ingredients

1 piece
Salmon Head
360 Calories
1/2 cup cup
Teriyaki Sauce
120 Calories
1 tablespoon tablespoon
Sesame Seeds
50 Calories
1/4 cup cup
Scallions
20 Calories
2 tablespoons tablespoon
Sake
0 Calories
2 tablespoons tablespoon
Mirin
0 Calories
1 tablespoon tablespoon
Sugar
60 Calories

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, whisk together sake, mirin, and sugar. Brush the mixture onto both sides of the salmon head.
2
Grill the salmon head for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
3
In a small saucepan, combine teriyaki sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
4
Slice the grilled salmon head into thin pieces. Serve with the teriyaki sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and scallions.

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