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Crispy Salmon and Rice Bowl

A flavorful and healthy rice bowl featuring crispy salmon, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 2 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on)
Oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasonings
  • salt and pepper to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Base
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or brown rice
Vegetables & Garnishes
  • 1/2 avocado avocado (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup cucumber (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup edamame (steamed)
Garnish & Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sriracha (optional for spice)

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil and cook salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until crispy, then flip and cook 3-4 minutes.
  3. Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, and sriracha.
  4. Divide rice into bowls, top with salmon, avocado, cucumber, carrots, and edamame. Drizzle with sauce and sprinkle sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra flavor, serve with a squeeze of lime or additional sriracha.