Spicy Honey-Glazed Salmon with Crispy Garlic Rice

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let it steam, covered, off the heat for another 5 minutes.

   ~20 min
2. 2

   While the rice is cooking, mince 2 cloves of garlic and finely grate the ginger. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sriracha sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the glaze.

   ~5 min
3. 3

   Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Sear the salmon fillets, skin-side down if applicable, for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip the salmon and brush generously with the prepared glaze. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze has caramelized.

   ~8 min
5. 5

   While the salmon is cooking, finely mince the remaining 2 cloves of garlic. In a separate frying pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

   ~3 min
6. 6

   Add the cooked jasmine rice to the pan with the crispy garlic. Stir well to combine and spread the rice evenly in the pan. Let it cook undisturbed for 3-5 minutes until the bottom layer becomes crispy and golden brown.

   ~5 min
7. 7

   Chop the green onions for garnish. Serve the crispy garlic rice topped with the glazed salmon fillets. Garnish with chopped green onions.

   ~2 min