Easy to make and high-protein, this Teriyaki Salmon Bites Bowl is your new weeknight dinner obsession! Cutting the fish into bite sized chunks reduces cook time so you can get perfectly flaky salmon in a fraction of the time.
The sweet and savory teriyaki glaze shines with every single bite for a satisfying meal. Best of all, this 20-minute meal has lots of nutrition and offers a balanced plate with minimal effort!
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🩵 About This Recipe
A quick and easy lunch or dinner, this teriyaki salmon bowl is incredibly easy to make. With only 4 ingredients and 20 minutes of prep and cooking, this healthy dish is so simple and quick!
Whether you're looking for a special lunch that will keep you full all day or a fantastic dinner that's low stress but high reward, the combo of teriyaki glazed salmon and broccoli is sure to satisfy!
For even more delicious salmon dishes, try my Skillet Teriyaki Glazed Salmon or this amazing Easy Thai Salmon!
🧂 Gather Your Ingredients
- cornstarch - helps thicken the sauce.
- salmon filets - I usually go for skinless salmon filets, but feel free to go for skin-on if you prefer.
- frozen broccoli
- teriyaki sauce - any store bought teriyaki sauce works fine!
🔪 Let's Make Teriyaki Salmon Bites!
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Make Slurry
In a small bowl, combine cornstarch with 1 and ½ tablespoons water.
Slice Salmon
Cut the salmon into bite sized pieces.
Cook Salmon
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Cook salmon in a single layer for about 2 minutes, then flip and cook another minute or two.
Cook Broccoli
Add broccoli and teriyaki sauce to the pan and cook until the broccoli is heated through.
Make Sauce
Add the cornstarch slurry to the pan and mix well, then cook until the sauce has properly thickened.
💡 Expert Tips and Tricks
- Evenly-sized salmon bites will all cook at the same rate.
- Be sure to avoid overcrowding the pan--you may need to cook in batches if you have a lot of salmon.
- Fresh broccoli works instead of frozen, just steam it in the microwave for a few minutes before adding it to the salmon.
❔ FAQs
Once the salmon is an opaque pink and the top easily flakes away when scraped with a fork, the salmon should be good to go. Because these are salmon bites, it will be easier and quicker to cook them all the way through.
If you haven't properly integrated the cornstarch slurry, your sauce may end up on the thin or watery side. Be sure to dissolve the cornstarch in water before adding it to the dish so it can mix well with the teriyaki sauce and help it thicken.
The primary reason salmon dries out is overcooking, so just keep an eye on it and make sure you don't let it cook longer than it needs to. Aside from that, also make sure there's plenty of sauce.
📝 Substitutions and Variations
- Instead of (or alongside) broccoli, you can use snap peas, green beans, or a stir fry veggie mix.
- Store bought and homemade teriyaki sauce will both work great in this recipe.
- For some heat, add sriracha or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
- If you want a plant-based protein, use tofu instead of salmon.
Kristin's Kitchen Tip
Cutting the salmon into even pieces will ensure even cooking and the perfect end result!
🥡 Storage and Reheating
If you have leftover teriyaki salmon bites, store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days. I recommend reheating in a skillet or in the microwave in a pinch--a splash of water may be necessary to prevent the sauce from getting too thick.
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🍴 What To Serve With This Dish
Serve this teriyaki glazed salmon and broccoli over rice (white rice and brown rice are both great), or quinoa. Garnish with some sesame seeds and sliced green onions, and pair with a cucumber salad or some steamed edamame for additional nutrition.
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📋 Recipe Card
Teriyaki Salmon Bites
Ingredients
- 3 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 pound skinless salmon fillets
- 12 ounces frozen broccoli florets (slightly thawed)
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with about 1 ½ tablespoons water.3 teaspoons cornstarch
- Cut the salmon fillets in bite-sized cubes.1 pound skinless salmon fillets
- Add a little oil to a non stick skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add the salmon cubes in a single layer. Let them sear undisturbed for about 2 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the broccoli and teriyaki sauce to the pan and cook for a couple of minutes, until the sauce is hot and bubbling.12 ounces frozen broccoli florets, ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- Add the cornstarch slurry into the pan, and stir until the sauce thickens (note that it will continue to thicken a bit once removed from the heat.)
Notes
Prep Tips:
- Cut the salmon into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate.
- Don't overcrowd the pan - cook in batches if needed so the salmon browns instead of steaming.
- You can use fresh broccoli instead of frozen. Just lightly steam it in the microwave first.
Variation Suggestions:
- Swap broccoli for snap peas, green beans, or a stir-fry veggie mix.
- Use store-bought or homemade teriyaki sauce depending on what you have on hand.
- Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha for a little heat.
- Try using tofu instead of salmon for a plant-based option.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve over white or brown rice, or even quinoa.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions for extra flavor and texture.
- Pair with a simple cucumber salad or steamed edamame.
Storage Info for Leftovers:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or in a skillet over low heat.
- Add a splash of water if needed to loosen the sauce when reheating.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.
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