Sweet Chili Lime Salmon & Crispy Rice Bowl
Sweet Chili Lime Salmon & Crispy Rice Bowl is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that delights the palate with its perfect blend of sweet and savory. The succulent salmon, glazed in sweet chili sauce and zesty lime juice, sits atop a crispy rice base that adds delightful texture to every bite. This easy-to-make bowl is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, offering a restaurant-quality experience right at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 3 green onions (chopped)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- Cilantro (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until clear. Cook with 2 cups water in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to boil, then reduce heat and cover to simmer for 15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon with salt and pepper; sear skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip salmon, add sweet chili sauce, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until fully cooked.
- In another skillet, heat remaining sesame oil; add cooked rice and let crisp for about 5-7 minutes without stirring.
- Assemble bowls with crispy rice as the base, topped with salmon, lime juice drizzle, and garnished with green onions and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping salmon for firm tofu or chicken. For extra richness, consider topping with avocado slices or experimenting with spices like smoked paprika.