Description
The Spicy Salmon Rice Bowl is a vibrant and harmonious dish that combines the heat of sriracha, the freshness of crisp vegetables, and the rich umami flavor of seared salmon, all served over a fluffy bed of jasmine rice. Perfect for quick and nutritious meals, this recipe balances spicy, tangy, and savory notes while being easy to prepare and customizable to your preferences.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 fresh salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 oz each)
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1/4 cup sriracha sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp pickled ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions until fluffy and tender. Allow it to cool slightly while you prepare the salmon.
- Make the Spicy Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and a squeeze of lime juice to create a zesty, well-balanced sauce for coating the salmon and drizzling over the bowl.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat a pan over medium-high heat, then sear the salmon fillets skin-side down until the skin is crispy, about 4 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through. Brush the fillets with the spicy sauce during the last minute of cooking to infuse full flavor.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with a base of jasmine rice in each bowl. Layer on the seared salmon fillet, followed by fresh cucumber slices, green onions, and pickled ginger. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for added texture.
- Final Touches: Drizzle extra spicy sauce over the entire bowl. Serve with a wedge of fresh lime to squeeze over just before eating to amplify the flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh, preferably wild-caught salmon for the best flavor and texture.
- Avoid overcooking the salmon to keep it moist and flaky.
- Toast sesame seeds lightly in a dry pan before sprinkling to enhance nuttiness.
- Prep vegetables and sauce in advance for quicker assembly.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by modifying sriracha quantity or adding fresh chili peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: spicy salmon, rice bowl, quick dinner, healthy meal, Asian-inspired, gluten-free, seafood bowl, sriracha salmon
