Ingredients (Makes 6 Mason Jars, 500ml each)
For the Sweet Chili Salmon:
- 600g salmon fillets (skin removed, cut into chunks)
- ½ cup (120ml) sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Coconut Rice Base:
- 300g cooked jasmine rice (50g per jar)
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- ½ tsp salt
For the Stir-Fried Vegetables:
- 1 head broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Toppings (Add Before Serving):
- 6 tbsp toasted coconut flakes
- 6 tbsp toasted cashews
For Layering in the Mason Jars:
Bottom Layer (Sweet Chili Salmon - Glazed & Flavorful):
- Divide the cooked salmon evenly among the jars.
Second Layer (Coconut Rice - Creamy & Fragrant):
- Add 50g cooked coconut rice per jar.
Third Layer (Stir-Fried Vegetables - Crunchy & Colorful):
- Layer in broccoli, red bell pepper, and shredded carrots.
Top Layer (Nutty & Sweet Toppings - Add Before Serving):
- Toasted coconut flakes and toasted cashews for extra flavor and texture.
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sweet Chili Salmon:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Coat salmon chunks with the sauce, then place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked through.
- Let cool before layering.
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Cook the Coconut Rice:
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water.
- In a pot, combine coconut milk, water, and salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Let cool before layering.
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Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Add broccoli, red bell pepper, and shredded carrots, stirring for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
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Assemble the Mason Jars:
- Bottom Layer: Spoon sweet chili salmon into each jar.
- Second Layer: Add coconut rice.
- Third Layer: Add stir-fried vegetables.
- Top Layer: Store toasted coconut flakes and toasted cashews separately, adding before eating.
Storage & Serving:
- Vacuum seal the jars with the Perma Jar Vacuum Sealer to keep fresh.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Shake the jar well, pour into a bowl, and microwave for 2–3 minutes until warm.
- Top with toasted coconut flakes and cashews before serving.
Cooking Time:
⏱ 30 minutes total
Macronutrient Breakdown (Per Jar):
- Calories: ~520 kcal
- Protein: ~40g
- Carbohydrates: ~50g
- Fat: ~18g
- Fiber: ~9g
Average Cost Analysis (Per Jar, Based on UK Supermarkets)
- Salmon (100g): £2.00
- Sweet Chili Sauce (2 tbsp): £0.20
- Soy Sauce (1 tbsp): £0.08
- Lime Juice (½ tbsp): £0.05
- Honey (½ tbsp): £0.08
- Garlic Powder & Spices: £0.08
- Jasmine Rice (50g): £0.20
- Coconut Milk (70ml): £0.30
- Broccoli (⅙ head): £0.12
- Red Bell Pepper (⅙): £0.10
- Shredded Carrots (⅙ cup): £0.08
- Olive Oil (1 tbsp): £0.10
- Toasted Coconut Flakes (1 tbsp): £0.12
- Toasted Cashews (1 tbsp): £0.15
💰 Total Cost per Jar: ~£2.68
💰 Total Cost for 6 Jars: ~£16.08