To create your delicious Brown Sugar Soy Sauce Salmon, simply follow these steps:

1. Preheat Oven: If using the oven, preheat it to 400°F (200°C). If pan-searing, heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves.
3. Marinate the Salmon: Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
4. Choose Cooking Method: You can either bake the salmon in the oven or pan-sear it.
– To Bake: Place the marinated salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
– To Pan-Sear: Add a little oil to the skillet. Cook the salmon skin-side down for about 4-5 minutes until crispy, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes, basting with marinade.
5. Prepare Sauce: While the salmon cooks, you can simmer the leftover marinade in a small saucepan for 2-3 minutes to use as a sauce.
6. Check for Doneness: Use a fork to ensure the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
7. Garnish: Remove salmon from heat and place on serving plates. Drizzle with reduced marinade, and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
8. Serve: Enjoy this delightful dish while warm!