Description
This Crunchy Brown Rice Salmon Bowl features perfectly broiled salmon glazed with a honey-soy mixture, served atop a crispy pan-fried brown rice crust and drizzled with a zesty herbed tahini dressing. Fresh cucumber slices and cilantro or mint add refreshing accents, making for a nutritious and flavorful meal ready in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Marinade
- 4 salmon filets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Sliced cucumber for serving
Crunchy Brown Rice
- 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice, chilled
- 1/4 cup oil (vegetable or neutral oil recommended)
Herbed Tahini Dressing
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice from 1 lime
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup packed cilantro and/or mint
- Water, as needed for desired consistency
Instructions
- Preheat the Broiler and Prepare the Salmon: Set your oven broiler to high and line a sheet pan with oil to prevent sticking. Place the salmon filets skin-side down on the pan.
- Make the Marinade and Broil Salmon: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and sesame oil. Brush this mixture generously over each salmon filet. Place under the broiler for 10-15 minutes, watching carefully until the salmon is browned on top and flakes easily with a fork.
- Prepare the Crunchy Brown Rice: Heat 1/4 cup of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Press the chilled cooked brown rice evenly into the pan, creating a compact layer. Cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the bottom forms a golden, crispy crust. Carefully flip the rice onto a plate to reveal the crunchy bottom side.
- Make the Herbed Tahini Dressing: In a blender, combine tahini, olive oil, lime juice, honey, and salt. Blend until smooth. Add the packed cilantro and/or mint and blend again, adding water gradually until the dressing reaches your preferred consistency.
- Assemble and Serve: Divide the crunchy brown rice evenly among four bowls. Top each with a broiled salmon filet, sliced cucumber, and a drizzle of the herbed tahini dressing. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice over the bowls if desired.
Notes
- Chilling the cooked brown rice before pan-frying helps achieve a better crust and prevents sticking.
- Use fresh herbs in the tahini dressing to enhance flavor, but you can adjust amounts to taste.
- Watch the salmon closely while broiling to prevent burning, as oven temperatures can vary.
- For extra crunch, consider adding toasted sesame seeds or crushed nuts as a topping.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on servings needed.
