Salmon, crispy rice, spicy mayo, and tangy kimchi deliver vibrant flavor and satisfying crunch in every bite.
# Components:
→ Salmon
01 - 2 salmon fillets (approximately 5 ounces each), skin-on
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
04 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
→ Rice
05 - 2 cups cooked short-grain white rice (preferably cold or leftover)
→ Spicy Mayo
06 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
07 - 1 tablespoon Sriracha or hot sauce
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
09 - 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
→ Toppings & Additions
10 - 1/2 cup kimchi, roughly chopped
11 - 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
12 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
13 - 1 avocado, sliced
14 - 2 tablespoons scallions, finely chopped
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
16 - 1 sheet nori, sliced into strips (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and ground black pepper.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until the skin becomes crispy and golden. Flip fillets and continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes, just until salmon is opaque and cooked through. Transfer fillets to a plate and let rest.
03 - In the same skillet, add thinly sliced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until golden brown and crisp. Remove garlic from skillet and drain on a paper towel.
04 - Wipe the skillet clean and add a small amount of oil if necessary. Spread the cold rice evenly into the skillet, pressing gently. Cook undisturbed over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes, allowing the base to become golden and crispy.
05 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha, fresh lime juice, and toasted sesame oil until smooth.
06 - Divide crispy rice between two serving bowls. Top each with large pieces of salmon, kimchi, cucumber, avocado, and chopped scallions. Drizzle generously with spicy mayo. Garnish with crispy garlic, toasted sesame seeds, and nori strips if desired.
07 - Enjoy immediately while rice and salmon are hot and toppings are fresh.
