Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6
This Keto Salmon Teriyaki recipe is a wholesome take on a classic favorite. Made with coconut aminos instead of soy sauce and sweetened with xylitol instead of sugar, it’s a deliciously sticky, tangy, and flavorful meal that’s both low-carb and gluten-free. Each portion delivers just 3.5g of carbs and packs over 34g of protein, making it a perfect fit for your ketogenic lifestyle.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Sweet & savory flavor: Just like traditional teriyaki, but sugar-free and soy-free.
- Keto-approved: Made with coconut aminos, xylitol, and arrowroot starch.
- Easy cleanup: Foil packet cooking keeps cleanup quick and easy.
- High-protein: Over 34g protein per serving supports lean muscle and satiety.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 tablespoons xylitol (or keto-friendly sweetener)
- 1 tablespoon green lime juice
- 2 teaspoons lime zest
- Cayenne pepper to taste
- 6 salmon fillets
- 1 teaspoon arrowroot starch
- ¼ cup water
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, fish sauce, coconut aminos, ginger, garlic, xylitol, lime juice, lime zest, and cayenne pepper to create the teriyaki marinade.
- Create 6 foil packets and pour half of the marinade evenly into each one. Place a salmon fillet inside each packet and seal them tightly.
- Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes until the salmon is flaky and fully cooked.
- Meanwhile, pour the remaining marinade into a pan over medium heat. In a separate bowl, dissolve arrowroot starch in water and stir into the sauce. Simmer until thickened.
- Once the salmon is done, transfer to a serving platter and drizzle the thickened sauce on top. Garnish with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 312
- Total Fats: 17.9 g
- Saturated Fats: 2.6 g
- Cholesterol: 78 mg
- Sodium: 242 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 3.5 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.1 g
- Total Sugars: 0.1 g
- Protein: 34.8 g
- Potassium: 706 mg
Tips & Substitutions
- Swap xylitol for erythritol or monk fruit if preferred.
- No coconut aminos? Use a low-sodium soy sauce if you're not strictly keto.
- Add fresh green onions or steamed bok choy as a side for extra crunch and nutrients.
Why Use Coconut Aminos?
Coconut aminos are a low-glycemic, soy-free alternative to soy sauce made from the fermented sap of coconut palms. They have a slightly sweet, umami-rich flavor perfect for keto marinades. Learn more about the health benefits of coconut aminos here.
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