Easy Salmon Fried Rice

Final plated salmon fried rice with vibrant vegetables, ready to be served.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

A quick and satisfying Easy Salmon Fried Rice made with leftover rice, tender cooked salmon, vegetables, and eggs, finished with a balanced soy-sauce mixture for a flavorful and comforting meal.

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Servings

Ingredients

1 teaspoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2/3 cup diced red onion
2/3 cup diced red bell pepper
2 cloves garlic minced
1 1-inch piece fresh ginger grated
3 large eggs well beaten
4 cups day-old cooked white rice
1 cup frozen peas thawed
2 cups cooked salmon cut into large chunks
2 green onions thinly sliced (including greens)
Cilantro or parsley for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Soy Sauce Mixture

In a small bowl, dissolve the brown sugar in the soy sauce. Set the mixture aside for later use.

Sauté the Aromatic Vegetables

Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the diced red onion and diced red bell pepper. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are lightly browned.
Reduce the heat to medium, then add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for an additional minute to release their aromas.

Add the Eggs and Rice

Pour the beaten eggs into the pan and stir gently until they are just cooked through.
Add the day-old cooked rice. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently to break up any clumps and ensure even heating.

Incorporate the Salmon and Vegetables

Add the thawed peas, cooked salmon chunks, and sliced green onions. Stir carefully to avoid breaking the salmon into smaller pieces.

Add the Soy Sauce Mixture

Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture over the rice. Stir gently to evenly distribute the sauce and remove the pan from heat.

Serve

Transfer the salmon fried rice to serving plates or bowls. Garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

To make this Easy Salmon Fried Rice fully gluten-free:

Replace traditional soy sauce with gluten-free soy sauce, tamari, or coconut aminos.
Ensure all additional ingredients (frozen peas, spices, oils) are certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain cross-contamination.
Use gluten-free cooked rice or rice noodles if substituting rice entirely.

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