Rice bowls are a delicious and versatile meal that can be customized to your liking. With a base of rice, you can add your favorite proteins, vegetables, and sauces to create a satisfying and flavorful dish.
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Tips for making rice bowls:
- Use your favorite rice. There are many different types of rice out there, so use the one that you like best. I love using this instant pot rice or rice cooker rice.
- Get creative with your toppings. There are endless possibilities when it comes to toppings for rice bowls. Use your favorite vegetables, proteins, and sauces to create a dish that is uniquely yours.
- Don’t forget the garnishes. A little bit of garnish can go a long way in making your rice bowl look and taste its best. Try adding some fresh herbs, sliced scallions, or a drizzle of sesame oil.
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Rice bowls are delicious & versatile. With a base of rice, you can add your favorite proteins, vegetables & sauces to create a flavorful meal.These Spicy Salmon Sushi Bowls feature broiled salmon, wasabi sauce, and all of the fresh toppings you want. Perfect for both lunch and dinner and can be made in under 30-minutes!
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Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 2 cups white rice (cooked)
- 4 6-ounce salmon filets
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil (for salmon)
- Salt + pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1 jalapeno (sliced)
- Furikake or sesame seeds (for topping)
Creamy Sriracha Sauce:
- 2 Tablespoons reduced fat mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Wasabi Sauce:
- 2 Tablespoons reduced fat mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1-2 Tablespoons wasabi paste (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Rice Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Position your oven rack to the upper third of your oven, about 6-inches from the heating element and preheat the broiler on high for about 5 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil and arrange the salmon filets skin side down on the pan. Drizzle them with 2 TBSP olive oil and sprinkle with a bit of salt and pepper.
- Broil the salmon for 6-9 minutes until the salmon registers 135-degrees on an instant read thermometer, or it flakes easily with a fork. If it begins to brown too much, tent the salmon with a bit of foil.
- Make the creamy sriracha by whisking together the mayonnaise, sriracha, rice vinegar, soy sauce and sesame oil in a small bowl .
- In a second small bowl, make the wasabi sauce by whisking together the mayonnaise, rice vinegar, wasabi and sesame oil.
- Combine the cooked rice with 1 tsp. soy sauce and 1 tsp. rice vinegar and toss to combine.
To assemble:
- Divide the seasoned rice between bowls. Top with the salmon, cucumber, edamame, avocado and jalapeno.
- Drizzle the wasabi and sriracha sauce over top and sprinkle with furikake or sesame seeds. Enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to swap the salmon for cooked shrimp, crab, chicken or tofu. Or, you can use raw sushi-grade salmon, tuna or yellowtail. These sushi bowls are totally customizable!
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Nutrition
Calories: 592kcal | Carbohydrates: 85g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 349mg | Potassium: 613mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 2mg
