Warm leftover salmon and rice with microwave steam, add fresh toppings for a flavorful, balanced meal.
# Components:
→ Leftovers
01 - 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
02 - 1 cup cooked salmon, flaked into large pieces
→ Microwave Steaming
03 - 2 ice cubes
→ Toppings
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
05 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
06 - 1 avocado, sliced
07 - 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons pickled ginger
09 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
10 - 1 scallion, finely sliced
11 - chili flakes or sriracha, optional as desired
# Method Steps:
01 - Place the cooked rice in a microwave-safe bowl and distribute the flaked salmon evenly on top.
02 - Arrange two ice cubes over the rice and salmon to aid gentle steaming.
03 - Loosely cover with parchment paper or a microwave-safe plate to create a steaming environment.
04 - Microwave on high power for 2 to 3 minutes or until the ice cubes melt and the contents are heated thoroughly without drying out.
05 - Remove the bowl from the microwave. Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the warm ingredients.
06 - Place the sliced avocado, cucumber, and pickled ginger attractively on top.
07 - Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallion. Add chili flakes or a dash of sriracha to taste, if desired.
08 - Present the bowl immediately for optimal texture and temperature.
