Mom's Smoked Salmon Fried Rice Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add oil.
• STEP 2.Add garlic and ginger to the skillet and cook until fragrant.
• STEP 3.Add cooked rice to the skillet and stir-fry for a few minutes until heated through.
• STEP 4.Push the rice to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs into the empty space.
• STEP 5.Scramble the eggs and mix them with the rice.
• STEP 6.Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onions to the skillet and stir-fry for another minute.
• STEP 7.Add the smoked salmon to the skillet and stir-fry for a few more minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
• STEP 8.Serve the smoked salmon fried rice hot and garnish with additional green onions, if desired.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use cold cooked rice for the best texture and to prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
• Feel free to add other vegetables such as peas, carrots, or bell peppers for added color and flavor.
• You can also add a splash of fish sauce or oyster sauce for extra umami flavor.
• Leftover smoked salmon works great in this recipe, but you can also use fresh smoked salmon.
• Serve the fried rice as a main dish or as a side dish with your favorite protein.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover smoked salmon fried rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, simply heat it in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
• Serve the reheated fried rice hot and garnish with fresh green onions.