Description
A warm, satisfying rice bowl featuring crispy salmon, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful sauce, perfect for the fall season.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets (skin-on for extra crispiness)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed
- 1 3/4 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
- Soy sauce or tamari, for drizzling
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed jasmine rice and water (or vegetable broth) along with a pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes.
- Cook the salmon: While the rice is cooking, pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season the salmon on both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, place salmon skin-side down in the skillet. Sear for 4-5 minutes, then carefully flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your liking and the skin is crispy.
- Assemble the bowl: Fluff the rice with a fork and divide it among two bowls. Top the rice with the cooked salmon, baby spinach, shredded carrots, and green onions. Optionally, add sliced avocado for a creamy contrast.
- Drizzle the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce (or tamari), honey (or maple syrup), sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Drizzle the sauce generously over your rice bowl for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
Ensure your skillet is hot enough before adding the salmon for crispy skin. Fresh ingredients make a significant difference in this dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American