Grilled Pineapple Teriyaki Salmon
**Ingredients:
*Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
*Teriyaki Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
*Pineapple:
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- Optional: grill them for caramelized flavor
*Garnish:
- Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds (optional)
**Directions:
1. Make the Teriyaki Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
- Simmer for 5 minutes. Optional: Mix cornstarch with water and stir into sauce to thicken.
2. Prepare Salmon:
- Season salmon with salt and pepper. Brush lightly with olive oil.
3. Grill Salmon & Pineapple:
- Grill or pan-sear salmon over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- At the same time, grill pineapple chunks until slightly charred.
4. Glaze & Serve:
- Brush salmon with teriyaki sauce, top with grilled pineapple.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or sesame seeds. Serve with rice or veggies.
- Serves 4
- Approximately 400–450 kcal