Easy Salmon Fried Rice for a Quick Dinner
25
min
444
Calories
12g
Fats
58g
Carbs
26g
Protein
Discover a healthy, delicious dinner option with this Easy Salmon Fried Rice recipe! With gluten-free, dairy-free, and pescatarian options, it's perfect for a nutritious meal in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients:
Step 1: Prepare Soy Sauce Mixture
Kickstart this wholesome meal by whisking together a tablespoon of brown sugar into three tablespoons of soy sauce until well dissolved. This blend acts as the savory backbone of your fried rice, providing that umami depth of flavor that ties everything beautifully together. It's a simple but impactful start to a dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious.
Pro Tip: Make sure the sugar is fully dissolved for a smooth sauce.
Step 2: Sauté Vegetables
Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add half a cup of diced red onion and a cup of diced bell pepper into the shimmering oil and sauté until they're lightly browned – this should take about 5 minutes. Lowering the heat to medium, stir in two minced garlic cloves and a tablespoon of grated ginger. Cook for one additional minute to let the flavors meld. The aromatic base of red onion, bell pepper, garlic, and ginger layers complexity into our dish, setting a fragrant stage for the rest.
Pro Tip: Keep the vegetables moving to prevent burning.
Step 3: Add Eggs
Pour the beaten eggs over the sautéed vegetables in the pan. Stir gently but continuously until they're just cooked. This step brings a rich texture and protein to our dish, complementing the salmon that'll be added later on. It's all about building flavors and textures in layers. The trick is to keep the eggs soft and fluffy, melding seamlessly into the colorful canvas of our fried rice.
Pro Tip: Don't overcook the eggs; remove them when slightly underdone.
Step 4: Combine Rice and Heat
Now, introduce three cups of cooked rice to the pan, raising the heat to medium-high. Stir often and cook for a couple more minutes. This is where the magic happens, as the rice begins to fry and absorb all the rich, savory flavors we've built up. Each grain of rice will become a little morsel of flavor, making every bite a delightful experience.
Pro Tip: Stir constantly to prevent the rice from sticking to the pan.
Step 5: Final Touches
It's time to gently fold in half a cup of peas, 8 ounces of cooked and flaked salmon, and half a cup of sliced green onions. Be gentle to ensure the salmon remains in tempting, flaky chunks. Stir in the soy sauce mixture you prepared earlier, then remove the pan from heat. These final touches enrich our dish with pops of green, protein, and an extra layer of flavor from the soy sauce. Every ingredient brings something special, culminating in a symphony of tastes and textures.
Pro Tip: Let the residual heat finish cooking the added ingredients.
