Teriyaki Salmon Sushi Bowl

Teriyaki Salmon Sushi Bowl

Craving sushi but short on time? This Teriyaki Salmon Sushi Bowl is a delicious and satisfying answer. Packed with flavorful teriyaki salmon, fluffy sushi rice, and fresh toppings, it’s a well-balanced meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes.

Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this delectable bowl:

Ingredients:

• For the Teriyaki Salmon:
  • Salmon fillets (1 lb, cut into chunks)
  • Soy sauce (2 tbsp, low-sodium preferred)
  • Honey (1 tbsp)
  • Brown sugar (1 tsp)
  • Sesame oil (1 tsp)
  • Garlic (1 clove, minced)
  • Rice vinegar (1 tbsp)
  • Cornstarch (1 tbsp)
  • Water (1/2 cup)
• For the Sushi Rice:
  • Sushi rice (1 cup)
  • Water (1 1/4 cups)
  • Rice vinegar (⅓ cup)
  • Sugar (2 tsp)
  • Salt (¾ tsp)
• For the Bowl:
  • Edamame (scant ¼ cup, cooked)
  • Avocado (⅓, sliced)
  • Pickled ginger (optional)
  • Black sesame seeds (for garnish)

Cooking Guide:

1. Cook the Sushi Rice: Rinse the sushi rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes.
2. Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and rice vinegar. In a separate bowl, make a slurry by mixing cornstarch and water.
3. Cook the Salmon: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Season the salmon chunks with salt and pepper. Add the salmon to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
4. Assemble the Teriyaki Sauce: Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture into the pan with the cooked salmon. Bring to a simmer and slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry until the sauce thickens.
5. Assemble the Bowl: Divide the cooked sushi rice into bowls. Top with teriyaki salmon, edamame, avocado slices, and pickled ginger (if using). Garnish with black sesame seeds and serve!

Tips:

• For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the teriyaki sauce for 15 minutes before cooking.
• Don’t have sushi rice? Regular white rice works in a pinch. Just adjust the cooking water ratio according to package instructions.
• Feel free to customize your bowl with your favorite toppings! Chopped cucumber, shredded carrots, or a drizzle of sriracha mayo are all great options.