Step 1: Sear the salmon & steam rice
Bento box components
- salmon160 g
- salt
- sushi rice100 g
Start cooking your rice in a rice cooker or pot according to the package directions.
For the salmon, take a thawed filet, remove the skin, and sprinkle all sides with salt.
Add a little bit of oil to a hot pan and place it down to develop a nice . Add a tiny drizzle of oil to the uneven side and then flip over the salmon.
- It’s hard to get an even sear on this side since it bellies out, but try adding weight or pressing the salmon with a spatula to develop a sear.
Sear for about 7 minutes or until just cooked through and take it off the pan. Set aside to rest.