This salmon congee recipe is a delicious comfort food that combines the richness of salmon with the soothing warmth of congee.
This dish offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Whether enjoyed on a cozy evening at home or as a heartwarming treat during gatherings, this salmon congee recipe is sure to please your palate and provide a nourishing experience.
Indulge in the heartwarming delight of salmon congee, a dish that effortlessly weaves together simplicity and exquisite flavor.
This easy-to-make recipe offers a quick escape, perfect for those seeking comfort in a bowl.
With tender flakes of salmon embraced by velvety rice porridge, each spoonful is packed full of comfort.
Whether you're a novice in the kitchen or a seasoned chef, the recipe is a dish that is easy to make and ready in no time.
It’s perfect for weeknight dinners, breakfast, chilly winter days, or even family meals.
What is congee?
Congee is a type of rice porridge that holds a treasured place in various Asian cuisines.
It's created by simmering rice in a generous amount of water or broth until it breaks down into a thick, comforting consistency.
Often considered a comfort food, congee offers a blank canvas for an array of flavors.
From plain versions seasoned with a touch of salt to elaborate renditions featuring ingredients like meats, seafood, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, congee is a versatile dish enjoyed any time of day and on various occasions.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- This recipe for salmon porridge is quick and easy to make.
- Salmon congee can be made in advance, making it great for meal prep.
- Customize this congee recipe with your favorite toppings.
- Perfect to enjoy all year round and is the ultimate comfort food.
- Enjoy this salmon congee recipe for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
- If you don’t have fresh salmon, you could use canned salmon.
- This recipe for salmon congee is budget friendly.
Cost To Make
Estimated cost = $6.10 or $1.01 a serve
Ingredients
Please note that below is a guide for some of the ingredients we used in the recipe. The printable recipe further down the page has the complete list of ingredients, including quantities and step-by-step instructions.
- Vegetable Oil
- Brown Onion: Or you could use shallot. Finely chopped.
- Minced Garlic
- Minced Ginger
- Fish Sauce
- Short Grain Rice: Or jasmine rice
- Chicken Stock or Vegetable Stock
- Salmon Fillets: Cubed and lightly salted. Alternatively, you could use canned salmon which has been drained.
- Green Onions (Spring Onions): Finely chopped.
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
This salmon congee recipe serves 4 to 6. The ingredient quantities can easily be adjusted to suit how many serves you need to make.
Step One: Heat oil in a medium sized pot over medium to high heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion and cook until onion has become soft and is lightly browned.
Then add the minced garlic, ginger, and fish sauce, and saute for a further 30 seconds.
Step Two: Add the rice and saute for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the rice is lightly browned.
Step Three: Carefully add the stock to the pot and stir. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
Step Four: Add the cubed salmon and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the rice is tender and the salmon is cooked.
Step Five: Once the rice is tender and the congee is to a consistency of your liking, mix through the chopped green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tips for Success
You will find that the salmon congee with thicken as it cools. If you want a thinner congee, add a splash of water or stock and adjust seasonings to taste.
Substitutions / Variations
- Spicy Thai Twist: Infuse your congee with Thai flavors by adding a dash of red curry paste, coconut milk, and fresh lime juice. Top with sliced chilies, cilantro, and chopped peanuts for a zesty kick.
- Ginger and Scallion Salmon Congee: Include finely grated ginger and chopped scallions during cooking for a fragrant and refreshing twist.
- Add a dash of soy sauce, sesame oil, and a splash of mirin. Add some chopped nori (seaweed), pickled ginger, and a soft-boiled egg.
- Marinate your salmon in teriyaki sauce for teriyaki salmon congee.
Serving Suggestions
- Chopped fresh herbs (cilantro, green onions)
- Crispy shallots or garlic
- Soy sauce or tamari
- Sesame seeds
- Chili oil or paste
- Pickled vegetables (ginger, daikon radish)
- Soft-boiled egg
Storage
Store this salmon congee in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days.
FAQ
Porridge is a general term for hot, creamy cereals like oatmeal or cream of wheat. Congee is a specific type of rice porridge, popular in Asian cuisines, where rice is simmered until broken down, resulting in a smoother consistency than typical grain-based porridge.
The key to achieving silky congee lies in using the right rice variety, like jasmine or glutinous rice, and allowing it to cook slowly over low heat. Stirring frequently and adding broth gradually ensures a creamy texture.
Add some umami-rich elements like soy sauce, miso paste, or a splash of fish sauce. Toppings such as sliced scallions, crispy shallots, and a drizzle of sesame oil can also make your congee taste better.
For making congee, short-grain rice varieties like jasmine rice or sushi rice are commonly used. These rice types have higher starch content, which contributes to the desired creamy texture as they break down during cooking.
Glutinous rice can also be used for an even creamier consistency, but it may result in a stickier congee.
Ultimately, the choice depends on personal preference—jasmine rice offers a balance between creaminess and texture, while glutinous rice provides an extra level of smoothness.
What rice is used for what?
Ever wondered which might be the best rice to use for a dish you’re about to make.
Or maybe you’re just curious and want to know more about rice in general.
Why not check out our pages on what is basmati rice and what is jasmine rice.
Helpful Rice Cooking Tips
Want to know how to cook rice or just need a little refresher?
Check out how to easily cook basmati rice, sushi rice, and jasmine rice on the stovetop.
Or, why not check out our recipes on how to make basmati rice, jasmine rice, and sushi rice in the Instant Pot.
Made this recipe? Let us know how it went in the comments below! We'd love to hear how it turned out.
If you're after something a little sweet to serve with this dish, you might like to make chocolate mochi cupcakes, Pakistani kheer, banana cinnamon baked rice flakes, matcha mochi waffles, arroz doce (Portuguese rice pudding), ube mochi, or condensed milk brownies.
Recipe
Salmon Congee Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small (120 grams, 4.23 ounces) brown onion or shallot finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce or to taste
- 1 cup (200 grams, 7.05 ounces) short grain rice or jasmine rice rinsed and drained
- 3 ¼ cups (812ml/grams, 28.64 ounces) chicken stock or vegetable stock
- 375 grams (13.23 ounces) salmon fillets cubed and lightly salted (or use canned salmon that is drained)
- ½ cup (40 grams, 1.41 ounces) green onions (spring onions), finely chopped, plus extra to garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a medium sized pot over medium to high heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion and cook until onion has become soft and is lightly browned. Then add the minced garlic, ginger, and fish sauce, and saute for a further 30 seconds.
- Add the rice and saute for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the rice is lightly browned.
- Carefully add the stock to the pot and stir. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
- Add the cubed salmon and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the rice is tender and the salmon is cooked.
- Once the rice is tender and the congee is to a consistency of your liking (see note 1), mix through the chopped green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- The salmon congee will thicken as it cools. If you want a looser congee, add some more stock and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Soft boiled egg
- Chopped green onions (spring onions)
- Freshly chopped herbs like parsley
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Pickled vegetables such as daikon radish or ginger.
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