Whispers of the East (Chuchotements de l'Est)
Chuchotements de l'Est (Whispers of the East) is a delightful Nouvelle cuisine dish that combines the flavors of the East with a modern twist. This recipe is perfect for a special dinner or a gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 200g of fresh salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon of ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup of mirin
- 2 cups of cooked jasmine rice
- 1/2 cup of edamame, shelled
- 1/4 cup of pickled ginger
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tablespoon of black sesame seeds
- 4 nori seaweed sheets
Instructions
- Marinate the salmon fillets in soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced ginger for 15 minutes.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook the salmon fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- In a small saucepan, heat the mirin over low heat until it reduces by half, then remove from heat.
- Assemble the bowls by dividing the cooked jasmine rice, edamame, pickled ginger, and avocado slices among 4 serving bowls.
- Place a cooked salmon fillet on top of each bowl and drizzle with the reduced mirin.
- Sprinkle with black sesame seeds and serve with nori seaweed sheets on the side.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Non-stick pan Small saucepan Serving bowls
Tools
Chef's knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Pair with a crisp white wine or a light Asian beer for a perfect complement to the flavors of the dish.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For a vegetarian version, substitute the salmon with tofu and the mirin with a sweet soy glaze.
Cost
$25