Air Fryer Chilli Ginger Salmon and Egg Rice Bowl
Succulent, chilli-ginger glazed salmon air-fried to flaky perfection, served over warm rice, softly wilted spinach, and scrambled egg, finished with a sweet-savory honey-tamari drizzle.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Hayley + Lila
Hayley created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Meal prep: You can whisk the egg and mix the glaze ahead of time to make assembly even quicker on a busy evening.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your air fryer to 390F (200C).
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Stir together the ginger paste
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Stir together the ginger paste
In a small bowl, stir together the ginger paste, chilli paste, and a splash of gluten-free tamari. Rub this mixture evenly over the salmon fillet.
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Preheat your air fryer to 390F (200C)
Preheat your air fryer to 390F (200C). Place the seasoned salmon fillet in the basket and air-fry for 7 to 9 minutes, until the top is caramelized and the flesh flakes easily with a fork.
Look for: the top is caramelized and the flesh flakes easily with a fork
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Whisk the eggs in a small bowl…
While the salmon is cooking, whisk the eggs in a small bowl with a pinch of salt. Heat a small non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the eggs and cook, stirring gently with a spatula for 1 to 2 minutes, until soft, pillowy curds form. Transfer the eggs to a plate.
Look for: soft, pillowy curds form
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Add the fresh spinach
In the same warm skillet, add the fresh spinach. Cook over medium-low heat for about 1 minute, tossing frequently, until the leaves are barely wilted but still bright green. Immediately remove from the heat to prevent overcooking.
Look for: the leaves are barely wilted but still bright green
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Microwave the rice according to the package…
Microwave the rice according to the package instructions (usually 1 to 2 minutes) until hot.
Look for: hot
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Mix the remaining gluten-free tamari and honey…
In another tiny bowl, mix the remaining gluten-free tamari and honey until fully combined.
Look for: fully combined
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Assemble your bowl by placing the warm…
Assemble your bowl by placing the warm rice at the base. Top with the scrambled egg, wilted spinach, and the air-fried salmon fillet. Drizzle the honey-tamari sauce over the top and enjoy immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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