Lunch: Gingered Salmon Over Black Rice with Bok Choy Recipe | MyRecipes

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Salmon, Sesame Seeds

Health benefits of Gingered Salmon Over Black Rice with Bok Choy Recipe | MyRecipes

Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for reducing inflammation and promoting cardiovascular health. It is also rich in vitamin D, which helps regulate insulin levels and improve mood, both of which are important for managing PCOS symptoms. Additionally, salmon provides a good amount of B vitamins, particularly B12, which supports energy production and helps maintain healthy nerve function. Including salmon in your diet can help balance hormones, reduce inflammation, and support overall well-being. Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production.

Ingredients

1 cup black Japonica rice
Pinch of salt
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
2 teaspoons seasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons mirin
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 shallot, minced
2 heads baby bok choy, halved
1 teaspoon canola oil
2 6-oz. wild salmon fillets
1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
2 teaspoons chopped scallions

Instructions

In a pan, bring rice, salt and 2 cups water to a boil over high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer until water has absorbed, 40 to 45 minutes. Fluff and set aside.
In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, ginger, maple syrup, vinegar and mirin.
When rice has 15 minutes left to cook, heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Sauté shallot for 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium. Add bok choy; cook for 2 minutes per side. Transfer bok choy to a plate. Wipe pan clean.
In same pan, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add salmon and half of soy-ginger mixture. Cook fish for 4 minutes per side. Transfer to plate with bok choy. Warm remaining soy-ginger mixture in pan over medium heat.
Divide rice between 2 plates. Top with salmon and bok choy. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and scallions. Drizzle with warmed sauce.