Name: Salmon Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup soy sauce (sub Tamari); 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce; 3 teaspoons rice vinegar; 2-4 teaspoons fresh ginger (grated); 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil; 4 tablespoons soy sauce (divided) (sub Tamari); 1 lb salmon (cut into 1-inch pieces); 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (sub other oil of your choice, divided); 2 teaspoons garlic (minced); 3/4 cup yellow onion (cut into 1-inch pieces); 1 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots; 2 eggs (whisked); 3 cups packed cooked rice (preferably day-old); 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 3 green onions (sliced); Red pepper flakes to taste; Kosher salt to taste

Salmon Fried Rice

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Elevate your weeknight dinners with this delicious Salmon Fried Rice recipe! Perfectly cooked salmon combines with colorful vegetables and fluffy rice, all brought together by a homemade sauce that’s both savory and satisfying. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also offers a nutritious punch, making it ideal for families and meal prep alike. In just under 40 minutes, you can whip up a delightful dinner that everyone will love. Plus, the vibrant colors and fresh flavors make it visually appealing as well. Whether you’re using leftover rice or customizing with your favorite veggies, this Salmon Fried Rice is bound to become a new favorite in your household!

Author: Kaitlyn
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Dinner
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

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1/2 cup soy sauce (sub Tamari)
2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
3 teaspoons rice vinegar
2–4 teaspoons fresh ginger (grated)
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
4 tablespoons soy sauce (divided) (sub Tamari)
1 lb salmon (cut into 1-inch pieces)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (sub other oil of your choice, divided)
2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
3/4 cup yellow onion (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
2 eggs (whisked)
3 cups packed cooked rice (preferably day-old)
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 green onions (sliced)
Red pepper flakes to taste
Kosher salt to taste

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Instructions

Marinate 1 lb salmon pieces in 1/2 cup soy sauce for 15-20 minutes.
Mix 4 tablespoons soy sauce, garlic, ginger, chili garlic sauce, and rice vinegar in a bowl for the fried rice sauce.
Heat olive oil on medium-high heat, cook marinated salmon until it reaches 145°F, then set aside.
Sauté minced garlic and chopped onion in the same pan until fragrant; add frozen peas and carrots until heated through.
Scramble whisked eggs in the pan; combine with rice and cooked veggies.
Toss everything with half of the fried rice sauce; serve hot with additional sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 480
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 65g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 120mg

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