Sheet Pan Cauliflower Kimchi Fried Rice with Sesame Salmon Recipe
Servings
4
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets, about 175 grams/6 ounces each
- 2 tsp/10 ml sesame oil
- ¾ tsp kosher salt or ½ tsp. sea salt
- Heaping ½ tsp. freshly ground pepper (medium coarse grind)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (I like a mix of black and white)
- 4 cups riced cauliflower
- 1 cup shelled frozen edamame beans
- 3 large bok choy (cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces (about 237grams or 8 ounces) or 3 handfuls baby spinach)
- 1 cup /175 grams/6 ounces prepared kimchi (roughly chopped)
- 4 king oyster mushrooms (sliced lengthwise into 4-5 flat slices in the length and then each slice into 4 julienne slices)
- 4 green onions (sliced into rounds, keeping whites and green parts separated (see step 3))
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (black and white mixed)
- ¼-½ freshly ground pepper
- 1½ tbsp /25 ml coconut aminos or low sodium tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tbsp /15 ml sesame oil 1 tbsp/15 ml neutral oil, grapeseed, sunflower or avocado
- 3 tbsp /45ml neutral oil, grapeseed, sunflower or avocado (for the cookie sheet)
Instructions
- 1
Line a cookie sheet with foil. Place sheet in the oven as the oven preheats. Preheat oven to 425˚F convection or 450˚F regular.
- 2
Place the fish fillets on a piece of parchment or plate. Drizzle with sesame oil, season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Set aside.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl mix together all of the “fried rice” ingredients (from 4 cups of riced cauliflower to 1 tbsp. neutral oil) except for the green parts of the green onion, save those for garnishing the cooked “fried rice”.
- 4
When the oven and cookie sheet has preheated, remove the sheet from the oven. Brush the 3 tbsp. neutral oil all over the sheet.
- 5
Place the four fish fillets on one end of the sheet.
- 6
Empty the bowl with the “fried rice” on the remaining part of the cookie sheet. Place in the oven.
- 7
Cook for 20 minutes.Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the green parts of the green onion.
Tips & Storage
- How to Store
- Fish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
- Buying Tip
- Look for fish that smells fresh (like the ocean, not fishy), has firm flesh, and clear eyes if buying whole. Ask your fishmonger what's freshest that day.
- Cooking Tip
- Avoid overcooking fish — it should be opaque and flake easily with a fork. Most fish cooks in just 8-10 minutes per inch of thickness.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make Sheet Pan Cauliflower Kimchi Fried Rice with Sesame Salmon?
This Sheet Pan Cauliflower Kimchi Fried Rice with Sesame Salmon recipe by Carolyn Cohen includes step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. You'll need 16 ingredients and the recipe is designed for home cooks of all skill levels.
How many servings does this sheet pan cauliflower kimchi fried rice with sesame salmon recipe make?
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can easily double or halve the recipe to suit your needs.
What goes well with this sheet pan cauliflower kimchi fried rice with sesame salmon?
This recipe pairs well with a variety of dishes. Try it as part of a complete meal with complementary sides, salads, or proteins.