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Japanese Salmon Fried Rice

Cultural Context

Japanese fried rice, known as 'Chahan', is a popular dish that showcases the versatility of leftover rice and seasonal ingredients. Traditionally, it's a way to use up remnants from previous meals, often featuring proteins like chicken, shrimp, or in this case, salmon. In modern cuisine, variations abound, with many incorporating local flavors and ingredients, making it a beloved comfort food not just in Japan but across the globe.

JapaneseJPmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
1 lb. skinless wild salmon fillet
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1 tsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. minced ginger
2 cups cold cooked brown rice
3 eggs
2 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp. toasted sesame oil
toasted sesame seeds, to serve (if desired)
sriracha sauce, to serve (if desired)

salmon fillet

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while canned tuna is more budget-friendly.

1

Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high.

2

Add salmon and cook 10–12 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork, turning once halfway through.

3

Remove from skillet and flake into 1-inch pieces.

4

In the same skillet, heat remaining vegetable oil over medium-high.

5

Add peas, green onion, garlic and ginger. Cook, stirring frequently, 4–5 minutes or until peas are tender.

6

Add rice and cook, stirring frequently, 2–3 minutes or until slightly golden and toasted.

7

Push mixture to one side of the pan and add eggs to the other side.

8

Cook egg, stirring constantly, about 1 minute or until scrambled.

9

Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over top; stir together all ingredients in pan.

10

Add salmon back to pan and toss gently to heat through.

11

Serve topped with toasted sesame seeds and sriracha, if desired.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

fisheggssoy

Also Known As

Salmon ChahanSalmon Fried Rice
Local Name: サーモン炒飯

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