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Japanese Style Risotto with Seared Salmon

Savor Japanese Style Risotto with Seared Salmon Tonight

Experience a comforting Japanese Style Risotto with Seared Salmon, a creamy and umami-rich dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 8 ounces Shiitake Mushrooms Can replace with cremini or button mushrooms
  • 3 tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Can substitute with shallots
  • 1 stalk Celery Can omit if unavailable
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust amount to taste
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice or Arborio Rice Do not substitute with long-grain rice
  • 1/2 cup Dry White Wine or Sake Omit for non-alcoholic version
  • 4 cups Hot Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons White Miso Paste Can substitute with tahini if needed
  • to taste teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to preference
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Can substitute with green onions
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Toasted seeds enhance the flavor

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Nonstick skillet
  • Shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together soy sauce, white wine, and brown sugar. Place the salmon fillets in the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated, and let them sit for at least 10 minutes.
  2. While the salmon marinates, tear the shiitake mushrooms into bite-sized pieces, dice the yellow onion and celery, and mince the garlic clove.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the torn shiitake mushrooms and sauté until they turn golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add diced celery, yellow onion, and minced garlic, stirring until the onion becomes translucent, about 2 minutes.
  5. Add the sushi or Arborio rice to the skillet, stir and toast the rice for about 1 minute. Deglaze the pan with white wine or sake, and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  6. Gradually stir in the hot chicken broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently for about 15 minutes until the rice is nearly al dente.
  7. Return the cooked shiitake mushrooms to the risotto. Dissolve the white miso paste in a bit of the risotto broth, then stir it into the rice mixture.
  8. In a separate nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated salmon fillets for about 4 minutes on each side.
  9. To serve, spoon the risotto onto plates, top with the seared salmon, and garnish with black pepper, chives, and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure skillet is hot for searing salmon and stir risotto continuously to achieve creaminess.

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