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Crispy Salmon and Rice Bowl


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  • Author: By Jessie
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A flavorful bowl combining crunchy salmon, fluffy rice, and fresh veggies, perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.


Ingredients

Salmon Base

  • 1 pound Salmon, skin-on or skinless (Use fresh if possible. If frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge.)
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (Light dusting for extra crunch.)

Rice

  • 2 cups Rice, Jasmine or sushi (Brown rice or quinoa can be used for more fiber.)

Cooking Oil

  • 2 tablespoons Oil with a high smoke point (Avocado, canola, or peanut oil) (For crisp results.)

Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Salt (To taste.)
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper (To taste.)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (To taste.)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Paprika or chili flakes (Optional for added spice.)

Veggies

  • 1 cup Cucumbers, sliced (For topping.)
  • 1 cup Shredded carrots (For topping.)
  • 1 medium Avocado, cubed (For topping.)
  • 1 cup Edamame, shelled (For topping.)
  • 1 cup Thinly sliced cabbage (For topping.)

Herbs and Citrus

  • 1/4 cup Green onion, chopped (For garnish.)
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped (For garnish.)
  • 1 lime Lime wedges (For squeezing on top.)

Sauces

  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce (For Soy-Ginger Sauce.)
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or brown sugar (For Soy-Ginger Sauce.)
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar (For Soy-Ginger Sauce.)
  • 1 teaspoon Grated ginger (For Soy-Ginger Sauce.)
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil (For Soy-Ginger Sauce.)
  • 3 tablespoons Mayo (For Spicy Mayo.)
  • 1-2 teaspoons Sriracha (For Spicy Mayo.)
  • 1 teaspoon Lime juice (For Spicy Mayo.)
  • 1 teaspoon White miso (For Miso-Lime Dressing.)
  • 1 lime Juice of 1 lime (For Miso-Lime Dressing.)
  • 1 teaspoon Honey (For Miso-Lime Dressing.)
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame oil (For Miso-Lime Dressing.)


Instructions

Preparation

  1. Cook the rice. Rinse until water runs mostly clear, then prepare according to package instructions.
  2. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Optionally, toss with cornstarch.
  3. Slice cucumbers, cube avocado, and chop green onion or cilantro.
  4. Prepare your sauce by whisking together the sauce ingredients and adjusting to taste.

Cooking Salmon

  1. Select your cooking method: pan-sear, air fry, or oven-bake salmon.
  2. For pan-searing, heat a skillet over medium-high, add oil, and cook salmon cubes for 2-3 minutes per side until crisp.
  3. For air frying, preheat to 400°F, toss salmon with a teaspoon of oil, then air fry for 6-9 minutes.
  4. For oven-baking, preheat to 450°F, toss salmon with oil and cornstarch, bake for 8-12 minutes.

Assembly

  1. Layer rice, then salmon, followed by fresh veggies, sauces, and toppings like sesame seeds and lime.

Notes

Store salmon and rice separately for best results. Keep sauce light at first and adjust for taste. Popular variations include using shrimp or tofu for the protein.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: dinner, Main Course, Meal Prep
  • Cuisine: asian, Japanese