Description
Salmon Rice Bowl brings together Japanese-inspired flavors in a quick, satisfying meal. Fresh ingredients and simple techniques create a delightful dining experience you will savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g), skin on
- 2 cups white or brown rice, cooked
- ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup carrots, shredded
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro or microgreens (optional)
- 2 tbsps soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp sriracha (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Rice Preparation: Infuse rice with depth by cooking according to package guidelines, then fold in soy sauce and sesame oil to create a savory base.
- Salmon Seasoning: Pat salmon fillets completely dry, then season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to enhance natural flavors.
- Salmon Cooking: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down, allowing it to develop a golden caramelized crust for 4-5 minutes until crispy.
- Final Salmon Technique: Flip salmon and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until fish flakes easily and reaches perfect doneness.
- Bowl Assembly: Layer seasoned rice as a foundation, then position crispy salmon on top. Adorn with cucumber slices, avocado chunks, mixed greens, and toasted sesame seeds for texture and visual appeal.
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle fresh cilantro or parsley over the bowl. Garnish with a lime wedge and offer optional condiments like soy sauce, spicy mayo, or sesame dressing for personalized flavor enhancement.
Notes
Select Salmon Quality: Choose fresh, high-quality salmon fillets with firm, vibrant flesh and minimal fishy odor for optimal taste and texture.
Moisture Removal Technique: Thoroughly pat salmon dry with paper towels before seasoning to guarantee a perfectly crispy, golden-brown exterior without steaming.
Cooking Temperature Control: Maintain medium-high heat to achieve a beautiful caramelized crust while preventing fish from becoming dry or overcooked.
Flexible Dietary Adaptations: Swap rice with cauliflower rice for low-carb option, use gluten-free soy sauce for sensitivity, or replace salmon with tofu for vegetarian alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 64 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg