Salmon Crispy Rice Delight (Printable Version)
Tender salmon combined with crispy golden rice and fresh herbs for a flavorful, satisfying meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Rice Preparation
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200 grams sushi rice
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310 milliliters water
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30 milliliters rice vinegar
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12.5 grams sugar
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2.5 grams salt
→ Salmon and Marinade
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450 grams fresh salmon fillet, skin removed
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30 milliliters soy sauce
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15 milliliters mirin (optional)
→ Other Ingredients
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15 milliliters sesame oil
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Vegetable or sesame oil for frying
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4 green onions, thinly sliced
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15 grams chopped coriander
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2 nori sheets, cut into strips
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1 avocado, sliced (optional)
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Sesame seeds for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
Rinse sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear; combine with water in a rice cooker or pot and cook following appliance instructions. Allow rice to cool slightly.
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In a small bowl, dissolve rice vinegar, sugar, and salt; fold mixture gently into warm rice using a wooden spatula to evenly coat.
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Slice salmon into small pieces or cubes; marinate in soy sauce and mirin for 20 minutes.
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Lightly oil a frying pan over medium heat; spread a layer of seasoned sushi rice and press firmly. Cook 5–7 minutes until bottom is golden and crispy.
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Heat sesame oil in a clean skillet over medium-high heat; add marinated salmon and cook until fully cooked and easily flakes, turning as needed.
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Top crispy rice with cooked salmon; if using, arrange avocado slices over salmon; garnish with sesame seeds, chopped coriander, green onions, and nori strips.
# Notes:
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Allow rice to cool before frying to ensure it holds together; pressing the rice firmly in the pan enhances crispiness.