Bon Appétit's Salmon with Hot Sauce Vinaigrette and Pickled Veg

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 250°.
  2. 2Place salmon, skin side down, on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and coat flesh lightly with oil.
  3. 3Bake until just cooked through (flesh will flake easily but still be slightly firm in the very center), 20–25 minutes.
  4. 4Meanwhile, place daikon or whatever vegetables you’re using in a small bowl and season with salt.
  5. 5Massage gently with your hands to soften.
  6. 6Drain off any liquid that forms.
  7. 7Add vinegar and toss to coat.
  8. 8Cover and chill until ready to use.
  9. 9Whisk hot sauce, lime juice, and 2 Tbsp. oil in a small bowl.
  10. 10Season vinaigrette with salt.
  11. 11Divide rice among bowls.
  12. 12Break up salmon into pieces and arrange on top.
  13. 13Drizzle vinaigrette over.
  14. 14Add cilantro and chives to vegetables; spoon over salmon.

Ingredients

  • 4 5-6-ounce skin-on, boneless salmon fillets
  • Kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for salmon
  • 8 ounces daikon, red radishes, carrots, and/or cucumbers, very thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons mild hot sauce (such as Cholula)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • Cooked rice (for serving)
  • 1 cup cilantro leaves with tender stems
  • 0.25 cup sliced chives

Equipment

rimmed baking sheetsmall bowl

Tips

  • Massage vegetables gently with your hands to soften.
  • Chill vegetables to help them stay firm.