Salmon Fried Rice【My Mom's Recipe】

salmon fillet

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

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

Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly.

Use 1 cup of rice to 1.5 to 2 cups of water.

Bring the water to a boil on the stove, then lower the heat to a simmer.

Let it simmer for 15 minutes, then turn off the heat and let it sit for another 20 minutes without opening the lid.

Set the cooked rice aside for later.

For the salmon, heat a non-stick pan and add the frozen salmon.

For an iron pan, heat the pan until very hot, add oil, then place the salmon in to prevent sticking.

Pan fry the salmon until the surface is slightly crispy, then break it apart with a spatula into small pieces.

Remove the salmon from the pan and set aside.

In the same pan, stir fry diced onion, carrot, and celery until fragrant, adding a pinch of salt and black pepper to season.

Add the cooked rice to the pan and mix it in evenly with the vegetables.

Add the pan-fried salmon back into the pan and stir everything together.

For extra seasoning options, add a little soy sauce for richer flavor and color, or a splash of fish sauce and cooking sake for enhanced umami.

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