Classic Salmon Flaked Rice (Print Version)

Flaked salmon paired with seasoned rice and vibrant toppings for a quick satisfying dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish & Rice

01 - 1 cooked salmon fillet (approximately 6 oz)
02 - 2 cups cooked white rice (preferably chilled leftover)

→ Seasonings & Sauces

03 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
05 - 1 tablespoon Japanese mayonnaise (e.g., Kewpie)
06 - 1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili sauce (optional)

→ Toppings & Sides

07 - 1 avocado, sliced
08 - 1 sheet roasted seaweed (nori), cut into squares
09 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
10 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
11 - Pickled ginger (optional)
12 - Lemon or lime wedges (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Place the cooked salmon fillet in a microwave-safe bowl and flake it thoroughly using a fork.
02 - Add the cooked rice on top of the flaked salmon. If using leftover rice, sprinkle lightly with water to rehydrate.
03 - Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate or plastic wrap and microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes until heated through.
04 - Add soy sauce and sesame oil to the bowl and mix thoroughly to combine the salmon and rice evenly.
05 - Drizzle with Japanese mayonnaise and Sriracha if desired, stirring gently to incorporate.
06 - Top with avocado slices, sliced spring onions, toasted sesame seeds, and pickled ginger if using.
07 - Serve with roasted seaweed squares and lemon or lime wedges on the side, using the seaweed to scoop the rice and salmon mixture.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Its the perfect way to repurpose last nights dinner into something that feels completely new
  • The combination of creamy mayo, salty soy, and nutty sesame somehow makes everything else taste better
02 -
  • Cold rice from the fridge is non-negotiable here, fresh hot rice will turn into a gloopy sticky mess that ruins the texture
  • Japanese mayonnaise really does make a difference, regular mayo works in a pinch but the flavor profile shifts
03 -
  • Flake the salmon while its still cold, it separates more cleanly and you wont end up with mushy pieces
  • Mix everything in the bowl you will eat from, fewer dishes and the flavors coat the sides for bonus bites
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