Crispy Rice with Salmon

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Crispy rice with salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It is perfect for a quick meal or snack. The best part about this dish is that it can be made to suit your taste. Whether you like it spicy or not, there is a way to make this dish perfect for you

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Fried Rice Salmon Bites
Ingredients
Handy Kitchen Tools
How to Make Crispy Rice with Salmon
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Store
More Appetizer Recipes
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Fried Rice Salmon Bites

This crispy rice with salmon recipe is perfect for you when you are looking for an easy and delicious dish or snack. It only takes a few simple steps to create this restaurant-quality meal. If you need an upscale appetizer, this is the way to go!

Once you taste this crispy salmon rice, you'll be hooked! The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at your next gathering. For another easy treat you might enjoy, this cucumber salmon rolls dish is tasty and ideal for those who prefer cooked salmon versus the raw sushi-grade salmon in this dish.

piece of rice topped by salmon held above white plate

Ingredients

4 cups cooked white rice (1000g)
2 cups sushi-grade salmon (270g)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (30ml)
2 tablespoons tomato sauce (30ml)
1 tablespoon soy sauce (15ml)

Handy Kitchen Tools

cucumber and carrot on top of salmon sitting on fried rice square

How to Make Crispy Rice with Salmon

For this recipe, you will need to plan ahead for the time to cook the rice as well as to let it chill. The preparation of the appetizer is fast, but the prep time requires around an hour. So, prepare the rice as you normally would until cooked through and slightly sticky. Once it is cooked, you will then spread it into an even layer in a 9"x13" baking dish. Then, cover the rice and refrigerate it for 30 minutes.

When the rice has cooled, you can remove it from the refrigerator, and then cut it into squares. I made them around 3" but you can make them any size you prefer for snacking or sharing.

Then, you will fry the rice to make it crispy. In a deep skillet, heat oil for frying, then put the squares of rice in and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, just until golden and crispy. Remove from the hot oil and set aside to drain on paper towels.

tongs moving blocks of rice around in hot oil

Once the rice is done cooking, you can prepare the seafood topping. Start by dicing the salmon into small pieces. Then, put this into a medium bowl along with the mayonnaise, tomato sauce, and soy sauce. If you prefer spicier, substitute the tomato sauce for chili sauce or sriracha sauce. Mix this together until it is well incorporated.

mayonnaise being poured on top of bowl of chopped sushi

Assemble by adding a heaping tablespoon of the salmon mixture on top of each square of fried rice.

Before serving, you can garnish with shredded carrot, cucumber strips, sesame seeds, chili pepper bits, or furikake.

hand holding rice with salmon sushi in soy sauce

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Salmon Served Raw?

This recipe is written using raw salmon. It might not sound like something that you would like, but I recommend you give it a try. It is simply delicious. However, if you are turned against eating salmon raw, you can cook it as well.

What Kind of Salmon Should I Use?

You want to use sushi-grade salmon. Since the salmon is served raw, this ensures the best-tasting and healthiest salmon. If you want to use cooked salmon, you can use smoked salmon for an amazing taste.

Can I Make this Spicy?

You can make this crispy rice with salmon spicy. One option is to substitute half of the ketchup with chili sauce. You can also add hot sauce to the mixture, or diced chili pepper on top to complete the spicy flavor.

I also like using sriracha or making a sriracha mayonnaise for this instead of basic mayonnaise.

What Rice is Best For Forming and Frying?

The rice that works the best for forming and frying is small-grain rice. Small-grain white rice is best because it holds together well and has a sticky texture. This allows the rice to form into squares easily and stay together when frying. Sushi rice can be used as well if you prefer.

What are The Best Toppings?

There are many different ways you can top your crispy rice with salmon. Some of my favorite toppings include avocado, tobiko, green onion, and nori. You can also top it with anything else you like such as eel sauce, or bonito flakes. A sprinkle of sesame seeds or furikake can also add both texture and a nice salty flavor.

three pieces fried rice with salmon on gray table

How to Store

Crispy rice with salmon is best served immediately after it is made. However, leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. While it has both hot and cold elements, it can be served straight from the refrigerator, or the rice can be reheated in the microwave or a skillet over medium heat.

This dish is so easy to make and so delicious. It is the perfect meal or snack for any time of day. The best part about this dish is that it can be made to suit your taste. Whether you like it spicy or not, there is a way to make this dish perfect for you.

black slate plate topped with rice and salmon

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Fried Rice Salmon Bites

This crispy rice with salmon is a perfect appetizer or snack that is delicious and easy to prepare. Simple flavors combine to make a tasty snack!

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

4 cups cooked white rice (1000g)
2 cups sushi-grade salmon (270g)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (30ml)
2 tablespoons tomato sauce (30ml)
1 tablespoon soy sauce (15ml)

Instructions

Prepare the rice as directed. Once cooked, spread the rice into a 9"x13" baking dish into an even layer. Cover it, then, transfer it to the refrigerator to cool for 30 minutes.
Once the rice has chilled completely, carefully cut it into 2" or 3" squares.
Now, in a deep skillet, heat oil for frying and place the squares of rice into the oil and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside to drain on paper towels.
Finely chop the sushi-grade salmon, then place it in a medium bowl with the mayonnaise, tomato sauce, and soy sauce. Mix this together until it is fully incorporated.
Add 1 tablespoon of the salmon mixture on top of each of the crispy rice squares.
Garnish with carrot, cucumber, sesame seeds, or peppers.