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Mango Teriyaki Salmon Recipe

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This Mango Teriyaki Salmon Recipe is a quick, vibrant, and nourishing weeknight dinner. Flaky salmon fillets are coated in a homemade sweet and savory teriyaki sauce with fresh mango chunks, creating a beautiful and delicious meal ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless, wild-caught preferred)

1 large ripe mango (diced into small pieces)

½ cup low sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

¼ cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)

2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)

2 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons cold water

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or green onions (chopped, for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Prepare the Mango Teriyaki Sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), grated ginger, and minced garlic until combined. In a small separate bowl, whisk cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water to create a slurry. Set both aside.

2. Step 2: Cook the Salmon. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side down (if using skin-on) in the hot skillet. Sear for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy and golden. Flip fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature 145°F or 63°C). Remove salmon from skillet and set aside.

3. Step 3: Thicken the Sauce with Mango. Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture into the same skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Stir in diced mango and cook for 1-2 minutes until warmed through but not mushy.

4. Step 4: Combine and Serve. Return cooked salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the mango teriyaki sauce over each piece. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro or green onions if desired. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

For best results, use a ripe mango that yields slightly to gentle pressure and smells fragrant at the stem. Pat salmon dry before cooking to ensure a good sear. If sauce becomes too thick, thin with a tablespoon of water or rice vinegar. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat gently at low heat to avoid drying out the salmon. For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.

  • Author: Charlotte Johnson
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using tamari), Dairy-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg