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Garlic Butter Salmon Bites with Steamed Jasmine Rice

Close-up of golden Garlic Butter Salmon Bites generously coated in sauce and sprinkled with chives, served atop fluffy white rice.
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Prepare flavorful, bite-sized salmon pieces coated in garlic butter, served over steamed jasmine rice with a simple lemon-herb drizzle.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and 2 cups of water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  2. While the rice cooks, pat the salmon cubes dry with paper towels. Season the salmon lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the minced garlic, lemon juice, dried parsley, and dried dill. Set aside half of this mixture for later.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon bites in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Pour the first half of the garlic butter mixture over the salmon bites in the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything evenly. Cook for 30 seconds until the sauce is fragrant.
  6. To assemble the bowls, divide the steamed rice among serving bowls. Top the rice with the garlic butter salmon bites.
  7. Drizzle the remaining reserved garlic butter mixture over the salmon and rice. Garnish with fresh chopped chives.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can roast the salmon bites on a sheet pan at 400°F for 10-12 minutes instead of pan-frying.
  • Use fresh herbs like parsley and dill if available for a brighter taste.
  • Add steamed broccoli or sliced avocado to the bowl for extra vegetables.

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