Sriracha glazed salmon cucumber (Print Version)

Spicy-sweet salmon with jasmine rice, cucumber, and fresh herbs for a quick, healthy dinner.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Salmon

01 - 4 skinless salmon fillets (5.3 oz each)
02 - 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
04 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free)
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1 garlic clove, minced
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Cucumber Rice

09 - 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
10 - 2 cups water
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1 large cucumber, diced
13 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
14 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
15 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
16 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or mint, chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together sriracha, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and black pepper.
03 - Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and brush generously with the sriracha mixture, reserving some for later use.
04 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until salmon is just cooked and flaky. Brush with remaining glaze, then broil for 1 to 2 minutes until caramelized.
05 - Rinse jasmine rice under cold water. In a saucepan, combine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
06 - Fluff rice with a fork. Stir in diced cucumber, green onions, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and fresh herbs until evenly combined.
07 - Divide cucumber rice onto plates, top with glazed salmon, and garnish with extra herbs and sesame seeds if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • A perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors in the salmon glaze.
  • Fragrant jasmine rice mixed with crunchy cucumber and fresh herbs for added texture and brightness.
  • Quick and easy to prepare, ideal for busy weeknights.
  • Health-conscious with pescatarian and dairy-free options.
02 -
  • Brush the salmon generously with the glaze before baking and again before broiling for maximum flavor and caramelization.
  • Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly to remove excess starch and achieve fluffy grains.
  • Reserve some glaze to brush on the salmon just before broiling to create that irresistible, slightly charred finish.
  • Use fresh herbs like cilantro or mint to add brightness and freshness to the dish.
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