Salmon fried rice recipe that’s as good as anything from a restaurant. Easy recipe with simple ingredients in less that 20 minutes.
We all love fried rice but have you ever had it with salmon? It’s not too common because most people think shrimp but salmon fried rice is extra tasty. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can recreate the authentic taste of Asia right in your own kitchen.
The key to making the perfect salmon fried rice lies in the balance of flavors. The succulent salmon, combined with fragrant rice, crunchy vegetables, and Chinese sauces, creates a harmonious explosion of taste in every bite. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned chef, this recipe is sure to be something quick and easy for you.
Say goodbye to takeout and hello to homemade goodness. So, grab your apron, fire up the stove, andI’ll show you how to make the perfect salmon fried rice at home, let’s get started!
How To Make Salmon Fried Rice
Ingredients needed
- Salmon
- Frozen peas & carrots
- Egg
- Garlic
- Green onion or scallions (they are the same thing)
- Day old rice
- Sesame oil
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Salt & white pepper
Making the salmon fried rice recipe
- First, mix together the sauce for the fried rice the set to the side. Next, prep all the ingredients together. For the green onions, cut up the white parts of the onions. In a standard bunch from the store this will be just enough for one serving.
- In a wok or frying pan, add in a little oil then cook the salmon. You do not have to chop it up just cook whole for now. When the salmon is cooked through remove from pan.
- Now, add a little oil then cook the scrambled egg. Once the egg is scramble remove from the pan.
- Then, add in the peas, carrot and green onions. Cook until softened.
- Now, add in the leftover rice, minced garlic and add a little more oil. Cook the rice until it is heated through.
- Next, toss in the cooked salmon and the egg. Now is the time you use the spoon to chop up the salmon and the egg into the rice. Once that is done pour in the sauce you made earlier.
- Quickly mix everything together until everything is coated and colored perfectly then turn off the heat.
- Lastly, taste for salt and pepper once a little cooled. You can also add more soy sauce in the place of the extra salt.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I need leftover rice for this recipe?
No one will come to your home if you use fresh rice. However, after cooling the rice goes through changes that makes it perfect for fried rice. The starches change and you can fry it properly without squishing the rice.
Can I use any rice?
Yes, well I wouldn’t recommend wild rice for this recipe. Long grain or jasmine work well but my personal favorite is basmati.
Leave the skin on the salmon?
No, for this recipe you do not want the salmon to have skin.
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Salmon Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 4 ounce salmon, skinless
- 1 large egg
- 1 bunch green onion, white part only chopped
- 1/2 cup frozen peas & carrots
- 1 cup leftover rice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- First, mix together the sauce for the fried rice the set to the side. Next, prep all the ingredients together. For the green onions, cut up the white parts of the onions. In a standard bunch from the store this will be just enough for one serving.
- In a wok or frying pan, add in a little oil then cook the salmon. You do not have to chop it up just cook whole for now. When the salmon is cooked through remove from pan.
- Now, add a little oil then cook the scrambled egg. Once the egg is scramble remove from the pan.
- Then, add in the peas, carrot and green onions. Cook until softened.
- Now, add in the leftover rice, minced garlic and add a little more oil. Cook the rice until it is heated through.
- Next, toss in the cooked salmon and the egg. Now is the time you use the spoon to chop up the salmon and the egg into the rice. Once that is done pour in the sauce you made earlier.
- Quickly mix everything together until everything is coated and colored perfectly then turn off the heat.
- Lastly, taste for salt and pepper once a little cooled. You can also add more soy sauce in the place of the extra salt.
Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.
Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.