Instructions

• In a large bowl or container, whisk together 1/2 cup soy sauce, 3/4 cup orange juice, 3 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until the honey is dissolved.
• Add 1.5 pounds fresh salmon fillets to the marinade, turning to coat all surfaces. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
• When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F and position a rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with foil.
• Remove the salmon from the marinade and place it on the foil-lined baking sheet, skin-side down if the fillets have skin. Discard the used marinade.
• Bake the salmon: about 10 minutes for individual portions, or about 15 minutes for one large 1.5-pound fillet. Begin checking at the shorter time.
• The salmon is done when it is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork, or when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 145°F.
• Remove the salmon from the oven, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional), and serve warm.