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Grilled Asian Inspired Salmon with Coconut Rice

★★★★★ 13 Reviews Recipe Print
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By: ErinPosted: 7/28/22Updated: 7/27/22

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Enjoy a savory, tangy, filling, and nutrient-rich meal with this Grilled Asian Salmon with Coconut Rice. Prep is easy and comes together with only 11 ingredients! Yields 5 servings.

grilled salmon with coconut rice

The most delicious salmon and coconut rice recipe

When it comes to salmon and rice recipes, sign me up! They’re so versatile as far as flavor is concerned, and you can really switch things up by using a few choice ingredients. Today, we’re keeping things nice and classic with delicious grilled Asian salmon with coconut rice.

The dish is filling, the taste is great, and the prep is easy! What more could you want in a meal? It yields 5 servings, making it great for the family.

grilled salmon with coconut rice

Ingredients in grilled Asian salmon

This Asian grilled salmon recipe has two parts of ingredients: those used to flavor the salmon, and those used in the rice. Both sets of ingredients are simple and should be easy to find in any grocery store.

Grilled Asian Salmon

  • Salmon: First up for the salad is 2 pounds of salmon. It should be cut into filets and amount to around 5 filets. You can keep the skin or remove it.
  • Dijon mustard: 2 tbsp of dijon mustard is going to add a good amount of flavor to the salmon.
  • Soy sauce: Follow the dijon with 3 tbsp of low sodium soy sauce.
  • Avocado oil: To ensure a perfect texture result, use 1/3 cup of avocado oil or any other neutral oil.
  • Garlic: Add more flavor with 3 cloves of minced garlic.
  • Honey: Last but not least, the salmon comes together with 2 tbsp of honey.

Coconut rice

  • White rice: For the coconut rice, begin with 1 cup of white rice.
  • Coconut milk: Rather than cooking the rice in all water, use 1 can of coconut milk. This is going to add so much delicious coconut flavor!
  • Water: Add 1/4 cup of water to help the rice get nice and fluffy.
  • Salt: 1/4 tsp of salt adds the perfect amount of flavor.
  • Lime: The coconut rice is complete with the juice of 1/2 of a lime.
ingredients for grilled salmon with coconut rice

Tools required to make this recipe

To make this Asian salmon and rice, you will need a large mixing bowl, a whisk, nonstick spray, and a spatula or tongs. We’ll be making the salmon on the grill, so go ahead and fire it up!

To measure out ingredients you will need the following sized cups: 1/2 tsp, 1 tbsp, 1/4 cup, 1/3 cup, and 1 cup.

How to make grilled Asian salmon with coconut rice

This recipe is made in two parts. We’ll start by prepping the salmon with the flavorings before popping it on the grill. Then, we’ll get to work on preparing the rice!

Salmon

To begin, use a large mixing bowl to whisk together the dijon mustard, soy sauce, oil, garlic, and honey. Set aside two tablespoons of this mix (the marinade) to drizzle on top after cooking.

Add the salmon fillets to the bowl and cover well with the remaining marinade. Let sit for 10 minutes.

Preheat the grill to medium heat. Grease well with nonstick spray while it heats up.

Place the salmon fillets skin side down on the grill, and cook for 4-5 minutes depending on the thickness.

After 4-5 minutes, flip gently using a fish spatula or tongs. Cook for another 4-5 minutes. Remove from the grill and let rest for 10 minutes before eating.

grilled salmon with coconut rice

Coconut rice

To prepare the coconut rice, begin by washing the white rice. Once clean, add it to a saucepan with the coconut milk, water, and salt. Cover the lid and bring it to a boil.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook for 13 minutes. Then, turn off the heat and let rest for 10 minutes. Once the time is up, fluff with a fork and add the lime juice.

Add the salmon and rice to a plate. Garnish with sesame seeds, parsley, and the remaining marinade.

coconut rice
grilled salmon

Add even more flavor with this easy addition

Are you ready for an easy and delicious way to take this salmon and rice dish to the next level?

It’s simple… throw on some Pineapple and Mango Salsa! The addition provides a delicious blend of sweet and tangy flavors, and it goes with the savoriness of the salmon and the lime in the rice so well!

Storing leftovers

Any leftovers should be refrigerated. To keep the salmon fresh, securely wrap it in foil or plastic wrap. The rice can be stored in any airtight container. Both parts of the recipe should be enjoyed within about 3 days.

I recommend reheating the salmon in the oven or on the stove. The rice can be reheated by adding a dash of water to a pot or bowl and reheating on the stove or in the microwave.

grilled salmon with coconut rice

If you liked this recipe, you’ll want to try these!

On a salmon kick? Here are some more delicious salmon recipes to try this week!

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Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photos by The Mindful Hapa

grilled salmon with coconut rice
★★★★★ 5 from 13 reviews

Grilled Asian Inspired Salmon with Coconut Rice

Enjoy a savory, tangy, filling, and nutrient-rich meal with this Grilled Asian Salmon with Coconut Rice. Prep is easy and comes together with only 11 ingredients! Yields 5 servings.

Prep: 30Cook: 30Total: 1 hour
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Ingredients

Grilled Asian Salmon

  • 2 pounds salmon, cut into filets with or without skin (about 5 filets)
  • 2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup avocado oil (or other neutral oil)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp honey

Coconut rice

  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 lime, juiced

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together dijon mustard, soy sauce, oil, garlic, and honey. Set aside two tablespoons of marinade to drizzle on top after cooking. 
  2. Add salmon filets to the bowl and cover well with remaining marinade. Let sit 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill to medium heat. Grease well with nonstick spray while heating up.
  4. Place salmon filets skin side down on grill. Cook 4-5 minutes depending on thickness.
  5. After 4-5 minutes, flip gently either using a fish spatula or tongs and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Take salmon off grill and let rest 10 minutes before eating.
  6. Start preparing the coconut rice by washing white rice. Once clean, add to sauce pan with coconut milk, water, and salt. Cover with lid and bring to boil.
  7. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium and cook 13 minutes. After 13 minutes, turn off heat and let rest 10 minutes. Fluff with fork after 10 minutes and add lime juice.
  8. Add salmon and coconut rice to a plate, garnish with sesame seeds and parsley and remaining marinade.
Author: ErinCategory: dinner, lunch, grill, meal-prep, gluten-freeMethod: grillCuisine: AsianDiet: Vegetarian
grilled salmon with coconut rice

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  1. Sami says

    Posted on 8/15 at 7:12 pm

    SO good! The sauce is a game changer. This recipe was super easy. Our whole family was pleased.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/16 at 7:31 pm

      Hi Sami, so happy it was a hit! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Marisa says

    Posted on 8/12 at 1:32 pm

    A simple and delicious weeknight recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/15 at 1:46 pm

      Hi Marisa, so happy you loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  3. casey colodny says

    Posted on 8/11 at 4:14 pm

    Made double because WOW, so delicious!! Such a simple way to cook salmon and it’s a perfect combo with the coconut rice!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/11 at 6:11 pm

      Hi Casey, so happy you loved it!! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Caroline says

    Posted on 8/9 at 6:33 pm

    Amazing recipe! Such a simple marinade that tastes delicious on the grill. This is exactly the kind of salmon recipe I’ve been looking for!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/10 at 3:36 pm

      Hi Caroline, so happy you loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Catherine S says

    Posted on 8/8 at 9:29 pm

    So delicious!! The rice takes on an almost buttery flavor and consistency, an absolutely perfect pair with the salmon!! Added steamed veggies with extra sauce, always!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/9 at 4:43 pm

      Hi Catherine, so happy you loved it all so much! 🙂

      Reply
  6. sammi says

    Posted on 8/7 at 6:36 pm

    SO GOOD! It was a hit with everyone, even my more picky family members.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Paige says

      Posted on 8/7 at 8:42 pm

      Best salmon I’ve ever had!!! I made it in a cast iron skillet on the stove since I don’t have a grill, and it worked great!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Erin says

        Posted on 8/8 at 3:56 pm

        Hi Paige, so glad you loved it so much! 🙂

    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/8 at 3:56 pm

      Hi Sammi, so glad you all enjoyed it!!

      Reply
  7. jackie says

    Posted on 8/4 at 11:59 am

    Amazing and the kids devoured it! We air fried it too and the marinade is delicious. This will be going into the weekly rotation. Thanks Erin!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/4 at 4:08 pm

      Hi Jackie, so glad you loved it!!

      Reply
  8. Grace says

    Posted on 8/3 at 1:05 pm

    Delicious recipe! My husband and I enjoyed this light, healthy meal for a weeknight dinner. The coconut flavors and asian marinade taste so well together. Highly recommend!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/3 at 3:09 pm

      Hi Grace, so happy you both loved it!!

      Reply
  9. Brenda Jean says

    Posted on 8/2 at 10:59 pm

    This was an amazing combination and had all the flavors. I chose not to marinate the salmon but instead warmed the sauce up and drizzled over salmon and rice. So good! I’ll warm up the leftover rice in the morning and top with cinnamon, brown sugar and milk. Something my mom did when I was growing up. Thanks Erin😊

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/3 at 3:03 pm

      Hi Brenda, so happy you loved it and made it your own!! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Emily says

    Posted on 8/1 at 7:44 pm

    A great weeknight staple! Rice was fluffy with a nice creamy coconut flavor

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 2:54 pm

      Hi Emily, so happy you loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Laura says

    Posted on 7/31 at 7:43 pm

    This was amazing! We added some fresh ginger to the marinade and cooked it in the air fryer. 10/10!!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/1 at 1:59 pm

      Hi Laura, so happy you enjoyed it and great addition!

      Reply
  12. Alexandria Goldman says

    Posted on 7/29 at 12:33 am

    Delicious, light but fulfilling dinner!! The Salmon had so much flavor with this marinade!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 7/29 at 3:35 pm

      Hi Alexandria, so glad you loved it!! 🙂

      Reply

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