Ishikari Nabe (石狩鍋 Salmon Trout Hot Pot)

Ingredients:

✔️Aomori salmon trout (cut into chunks)

✔️½ Napa cabbage (chopped)

✔️1 block tofu (cubed)

✔️½ carrot (sliced)

✔️stalk green onion (cut diagonally)

✔️4 shiitake mushrooms

✔️2 tbsp miso paste

✔️500ml dashi stock (or plain water + dashi powder)

✔️1 tbsp sake (optional)

✔️1 tbsp soy sauce

Instructions:

1. Bring dashi stock to a boil in a pot.

2. Add miso paste, soy sauce, and sake. Stir well.

3. Add salmon trout, tofu, carrots, mushrooms, and cabbage. Simmer 8–10 minutes.

4. Add green onion last, simmer 1–2 mins. Serve hot.

✨A hearty and warming dish, Ishikari Nabe is a traditional Hokkaido hot pot — simple, comforting, and packed with nutrients. Great for cold days or quick family meals

Salmon Trout Fried Rice (三文鱼炒饭)

Ingredients:

✔️Aomori salmon trout (cubed)

✔️1 bowl cooked rice (cold, leftover rice is best)

✔️1 egg

✔️1 tbsp soy sauce

✔️½ cup mixed vegetables (corn, peas, carrots)

✔️1 tsp garlic (minced)

✔️1 tbsp oil

✔️Salt and pepper to taste

✔️Butter

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan. Add garlic and salmon trout, cook till slightly crispy.

2. Push to side, scramble egg in the same pan.

3. Add rice and vegetables, stir-fry everything together.

4. Add soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well and serve.

✨Fast and flavourful, salmon trout fried rice is a one-pan meal that’s easy, filling, and perfect for using leftovers. Great for lunchboxes or a quick dinner.

 

Grilled Lemon Salmon Trout

Ingredients:

✔️Aomori salmon trout fillet

✔️1 tbsp olive oil

✔️1 tsp garlic (minced)

✔️Juice of ½ lemon

✔️Lemon slices for garnish

✔️Asparagus

✔️Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Marinate salmon trout with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

2. Grill (or pan-fry) for 3–4 mins per side until golden and flaky.

3. Garnish with lemon slices and serve with salad or rice.

✨Crispy on the outside, tender inside — a light and zesty meal that’s beginner-friendly and great for everyday cooking.

Healthy Salmon Trout Salad Bowl

Ingredients:

✔️150g Aomori salmon trout (grilled or pan-seared)

✔️Mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)

✔️Cherry tomatoes (halved)

✔️½ avocado (sliced)

✔️Cucumber (sliced)

✔️1 boiled egg (halved)

✔️Your choice of dressing (balsamic, sesame, yogurt)

Instructions:

1. Cook the salmon trout with salt and pepper until golden on both sides.

2. In a bowl, arrange greens, avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, and egg.

3. Add salmon trout on top. Drizzle with dressing and serve.

✨A balanced, protein-rich meal — refreshing, colourful, and ready in 10 minutes. Great for fitness lovers or those working from home.