Crispy Salmon Fluffy Rice (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Essentials
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Skin-on salmon portions
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Steamed rice (any type like jasmine, brown, or white)
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A mix of veggies (e.g., shredded carrots, cooked broccoli, edamame)
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Soy sauce or alternative
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Extra virgin olive oil
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Garlic, chopped finely
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Lemon, fresh
# Instructions:
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Heat a big skillet on medium-high until it's nicely hot.
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Use a paper towel to pat the salmon dry, then drizzle olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Lay the fillets in the heated skillet with the skin-side facing down. Let them sear for about 4-5 minutes until crisp and golden, flip them over, and cook an extra 3-4 minutes.
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Heat leftover rice in a microwave or on the stove. Mix in some soy sauce to flavor it.
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Spoon the rice into a bowl, place the salmon on top, arrange the vegetables around it, then squeeze some fresh lemon juice over everything.
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Serve the meal while it's warm. Enjoy it solo or with any sides you like.
# Notes:
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Replace soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
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Keep leftovers sealed tight in a container for up to a couple of days.
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Prepping veggies ahead can save you time later.