Description
Dive into a delightful spicy salmon bowl that blends Pacific Northwest flavors with zesty Asian-inspired seasonings. Succulent salmon nestles atop fluffy rice, crowned with crisp vegetables and a bold, tangy sauce that promises a culinary adventure for your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 1/4 cup edamame (optional)
Main Bowl Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon pickled ginger (optional)
Spicy Mayo:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Marinate the salmon in a vibrant blend of soy sauce, sriracha, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes, allowing the flavors to infuse deeply.
- Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, carefully placing salmon fillets skin-side down to develop a crispy exterior.
- Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes, then gently flip and cascade the prepared marinade over the fillets, basting continuously to create a glossy, caramelized finish.
- Craft a zesty spicy mayo by whisking mayonnaise with sriracha and a splash of fresh lime juice until smooth and well-combined.
- Create a colorful base using fluffy cooked rice in serving bowls, establishing a foundation for the vibrant dish.
- Artfully arrange julienned carrots, thinly sliced cucumber, creamy avocado chunks, bright green edamame, and tangy pickled ginger around the bowl’s perimeter.
- Carefully position the beautifully glazed salmon fillet as the centerpiece of the bowl.
- Drizzle the prepared spicy mayo generously over the salmon, allowing it to cascade artistically.
- Sprinkle finely chopped green onions and a delicate shower of sesame seeds as the final garnish.
- Serve immediately, offering additional sriracha and soy sauce on the side for personalized heat and flavor enhancement.
Notes
- Salmon Skin Crispiness: Pat salmon dry before cooking to achieve a perfectly crispy exterior that locks in flavor and prevents steaming.
- Sauce Balance: Adjust spice levels by reducing sriracha or adding honey for a sweeter profile, catering to different heat tolerances.
- Healthier Swaps: Replace white rice with cauliflower rice or quinoa for a lower-carb, nutrient-dense alternative that complements the salmon’s richness.
- Marinade Magic: Let salmon sit in the sauce for 15-30 minutes before cooking to enhance deeper flavor penetration and tenderize the fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg