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Best Sauces For Salmon To Unlock Flavor Recipe

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Discover the best sauces for salmon to bring out its rich, tender flavor! From tangy citrus glazes to creamy dill or spicy teriyaki, these versatile sauce recipes are perfect for grilled, baked, or pan-seared salmon. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or prepping a weeknight meal, these sauces will elevate your seafood game.

Ingredients

1. Lemon Dill Sauce

  • Fresh dill

  • Lemon juice

  • Greek yogurt or sour cream

  • Garlic

  • Salt & pepper

2. Honey Garlic Glaze

  • Honey

  • Soy sauce

  • Garlic

  • Ginger

  • Cornstarch

3. Creamy Mustard Sauce

  • Dijon mustard

  • Heavy cream

  • Shallots

  • White wine

4. Teriyaki Sauce

  • Soy sauce

  • Brown sugar

  • Garlic & ginger

  • Sesame oil

  • Rice vinegar

Instructions

  • Lemon Dill Sauce:
    Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Serve chilled over warm salmon.

  • Honey Garlic Glaze:
    Simmer ingredients until thickened. Glaze salmon during the last few minutes of cooking.

  • Creamy Mustard Sauce:
    Sauté shallots in butter, add mustard and wine, reduce, then stir in cream.

 

  • Teriyaki Sauce:
    Combine all ingredients in a saucepan, simmer until glossy and slightly thick.

Notes

  • All sauces can be prepped ahead and stored in the fridge.

  • Pairs well with grilled, baked, or air-fried salmon.

  • Adjust sweetness, saltiness, or heat to your liking.

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