Description
Crispy Salmon Rice Bowls featuring tender salmon bites coated in a savory teriyaki glaze, served over fragrant ginger scallion jasmine rice, topped with fresh vegetables and a spicy sriracha mayo drizzle. This balanced and colorful dish combines Asian-inspired flavors for a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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For the Ginger Scallion Rice
- 1 Tablespoon avocado oil
- 3 scallions (green onions), thinly sliced, green and white parts separated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Tablespoon ginger, finely grated
- 1 cup white jasmine rice
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1.5 cups water
For the Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 4 Tablespoons ginger root, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon sambal oelek (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
For the Crispy Salmon
- 1.5 pounds salmon, skin and bones removed, cut into 1.5 inch cubes
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or other neutral, high heat oil)
For Serving and Garnish
- 1 cup cooked shelled edamame
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 1.5 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)
- 1/4 cup high quality real mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Ginger Scallion Rice: Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat and add avocado oil. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well and set aside. Once the oil is hot, add the grated ginger, minced garlic, and the white parts of the scallions. Sauté for about one minute until fragrant. Add the rice, stirring to coat it thoroughly with the oil and aromatics. Pour in the water, sprinkle in the kosher salt, and add the toasted sesame oil. Cover the pan and increase the heat to bring it to a full simmer. Reduce heat to low and let simmer gently for 20 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed. Uncover and fluff the rice before serving.
- Make Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, finely minced garlic, grated ginger, sambal oelek, and cornstarch until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Set aside.
- Prepare Sriracha Mayo: Combine the mayonnaise and sriracha in a small bowl, stir to blend evenly. Adjust sriracha amount to your preferred spice level. Set aside for drizzling at serving.
- Cook Crispy Salmon Bites: Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Toss the salmon cubes in the cornstarch to coat evenly, then drizzle with toasted sesame oil. Add the avocado oil to the pan, then place the salmon bites in the hot pan, being careful not to overcrowd (work in batches if necessary). Sear each side for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Do not overcook; the center should remain slightly pink as the salmon will continue cooking when sauced.
- Combine Salmon with Sauce: Return all cooked salmon to the pan, reduce heat to medium-low, and pour in the prepared teriyaki sauce. Gently stir the salmon, turning the pieces to coat them fully. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the salmon bites.
- Assemble Bowls: In each serving bowl, place a generous portion of the ginger scallion rice. Top with crispy salmon bites, cooked edamame, sliced cucumber, shredded purple cabbage, and avocado slices. Drizzle with the prepared sriracha mayo and sprinkle with sesame seeds if using. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful, well-balanced salmon rice bowl.
Notes
- Use low sodium soy sauce to keep the dish from becoming too salty.
- For extra spice, increase sambal oelek and sriracha amounts to taste.
- Cut salmon into uniform sized cubes for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when searing salmon to ensure crispiness.
- Ginger scallion rice can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving.
- Substitute avocado oil with any neutral, high smoke point oil if unavailable.
- Optional toppings like sesame seeds add texture and visual appeal.
