This recipe is a combination of tender salmon and perfectly cooked rice, all coated in a flavourful sweet chilli garlic sauce. The process is simple yet rewarding, ensuring the salmon is cooked to perfection while the rice is fluffy and aromatic.
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Cut the salmon into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, pepper, and salt to the salmon and mix well.
Heat a pan to medium heat, add oil, and once hot, add the seasoned salmon. Fry all sides of the salmon until golden.
Place the lid on the pan, lower the heat, and steam the salmon for approximately 8 minutes, or until evenly cooked. Test doneness by breaking off a piece to ensure it’s cooked all the way through.
Remove the cooked salmon from the pan and set aside.
Using the same pan, add crushed garlic and cook on medium heat until fragrant.
Add honey, sweet chilli sauce, soy sauce, and water. Stir and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the cooked salmon back into the pan and stir gently to avoid breaking the salmon. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Turn off the heat and let the sauce cool for 5 minutes.
Wash the rice and place it in a pot. Add water and salt.
Cook uncovered on medium heat for 15 minutes, stirring the rice with a fork occasionally.
Remove the pot from the heat. Fluff the rice with a fork, pour in 1/4 cup of water, cover tightly with foil, and put the lid back on. Let the rice steam without lifting the lid for 5 minutes.
Remove the rice from the heat and serve.
Boil the rice as you cook the salmon. When the rice is ready, remove it from the heat and keep it covered; this will keep it warm while you finish preparing the salmon.
Taste the sauce before adding the salmon back to adjust seasoning as needed.
Fluff the rice gently to avoid breaking the grains.
Can I use frozen salmon?
Yes, you can use frozen salmon, but make sure to thaw it completely before cooking.
What type of rice works best for this recipe?
Long-grain rice like basmati or jasmine works best for this recipe.
Can I substitute sweet chilli sauce?
You can use a mix of chilli sauce and a bit of sugar as a substitute for sweet chilli sauce.
How do I prevent the salmon from breaking?
Stir gently and avoid overhandling the salmon while cooking.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the sauce and salmon ahead of time, but cook the rice fresh for the best texture.
