Description
Mediterranean-inspired Crispy Salmon Rice Bowl delivers coastal flavors with perfectly seared salmon nestled on fragrant herbed rice. Zesty lemon, fresh herbs, and delicate salmon create a harmonious culinary journey you’ll savor with every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 salmon fillets
Grains:
- 1 cup white rice
Fresh Produce:
- 1 avocado
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Green onions for garnish
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Garnish:
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare white rice following package guidelines, ensuring fluffy and tender texture.
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small mixing bowl.
- Submerge salmon fillets in the aromatic marinade, allowing flavors to penetrate for approximately 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat with a thin layer of oil, carefully positioning salmon skin-side down to achieve a golden, crispy exterior.
- Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes per side, ensuring a perfectly caramelized crust while maintaining a tender, flaky interior.
- Construct the rice bowl by spreading a generous base of cooked rice in a serving vessel.
- Carefully place the crispy salmon atop the rice, positioning it as the centerpiece of the dish.
- Artfully arrange sliced avocado around the salmon, creating visual appeal and adding creamy texture.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions over the entire bowl for added depth and freshness.
- Finish by drizzling the remaining marinade across the bowl, enhancing the overall flavor profile and providing a glossy sheen.
Notes
- Opt for short-grain or sushi rice to achieve a stickier, more authentic texture that holds together better in the bowl.
- Patting salmon dry before marinating helps create an extra crispy exterior when searing.
- Use a cast-iron skillet or non-stick pan to ensure the salmon develops a golden-brown crust without sticking.
- For a gluten-free version, replace traditional soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain the umami flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 640 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 1500 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg