Description
This Salmon Crispy Rice recipe features perfectly cooked, flaky salmon served on top of crispy, golden rice. It’s a delightful combination of textures and flavors with a hint of soy sauce, spicy mayo, and a touch of sesame. A perfect fusion dish for a quick and impressive meal!
Ingredients
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For the Salmon:
- 2 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil)
For the Rice:
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice (or short-grain rice), cooled
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium, if preferred)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
For the Toppings:
- 2 tbsp spicy mayo (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (toasted)
- 1/4 avocado, thinly sliced (optional)
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Nori strips (optional)
- Chili flakes (optional, for extra spice)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon:
Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the salmon fillets, skin-side down (if using skin-on). Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until the salmon is cooked through and has a crispy, golden crust. Remove from the pan and set aside. - Prepare the Rice:
In a large bowl, combine the cooled sushi rice with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Gently mix to incorporate the seasoning. - Make the Crispy Rice:
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned rice in an even layer to the skillet and press it down gently with a spatula. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the rice becomes crispy and golden brown. Flip the rice and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes. Once the rice is crispy on both sides, remove it from the skillet and set aside. - Assemble the Dish:
Place the crispy rice on a serving plate. Top each portion with a cooked salmon fillet, breaking it into chunks or serving it whole. - Add Toppings:
Drizzle spicy mayo over the salmon and rice, followed by a little extra soy sauce. Sprinkle sesame seeds and top with sliced avocado, green onions, and nori strips for added texture and flavor. - Serve:
Serve immediately as a delicious and satisfying meal. Enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer a milder flavor, skip the spicy mayo and just drizzle the rice with soy sauce.
- You can add more toppings like pickled ginger or cucumber for extra freshness.
- To make this dish even easier, you can use pre-cooked rice from the store or leftover rice. Just ensure it’s cooled before frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (half the recipe)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg