Honey Garlic Salmon Rice Bowls with Broccoli
These Honey Garlic Salmon Rice Bowls with Broccoli deliver a sweet-savory punch with tender salmon, fluffy jasmine rice, and vibrant steamed broccoli in under 30 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon fresh or thawed, skin on or off depending on preference
- 1 cup jasmine rice for a fluffy, aromatic base
- 2 cups water to cook the rice perfectly
- 2 cups broccoli florets steamed until just tender
- 1/4 cup honey the star of the glaze, providing natural sweetness
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce use a low-sodium variety for balanced saltiness
- 1 tablespoon olive oil to sear the salmon and sauté garlic
- salt and pepper to taste, seasoning essentials
- sesame seeds for garnish and a subtle nutty crunch
- green onions chopped, fresh, vibrant garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- Combine 1 cup of jasmine rice with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes to steam. Fluff with a fork before serving.
- While the rice cooks, steam the broccoli florets until just tender but still vibrant green, about 4-5 minutes. You can use a steamer basket over boiling water or microwave the florets in a covered bowl with a splash of water for 3 minutes. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 3 cloves minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons soy sauce to prepare the honey garlic sauce.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Place the salmon skin-side down if it has skin.
- Cook the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and pour the honey garlic sauce over the salmon in the pan. Spoon the sauce continuously over the fillets, allowing it to thicken and caramelize slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Divide the jasmine rice evenly among four bowls. Top with steamed broccoli and a glazed salmon fillet.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the top to add texture and freshness before serving.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Steamer basket or microwave-safe bowl
- Non-stick skillet or frying pan
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Notes
- Store salmon and broccoli separately in airtight containers and consume within 3 days for best freshness.
- Swap broccoli with other veggies like asparagus or snap peas for variety.
- For thicker glaze, simmer the honey garlic sauce alone before adding salmon.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice as a healthy alternative to jasmine rice.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon or sprinkle red pepper flakes for extra flavor.