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Crispy Salmon Bowls Recipe

Crispy Salmon Bowls Recipe Your New Favorite Weeknight Meal

Crispy Salmon Bowls Recipe is a delicious and quick dinner option, featuring crunchy salmon bites, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets salmon Fresh salmon enhances flavor and texture
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch Helps achieve the crispy texture
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil Adds nutty flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Provides umami; use low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons honey Balances saltiness
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder For warm spice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds For garnish
For the Rice
  • 2 cups cooked white rice Sushi rice is recommended
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar Adds acidity to the rice
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt For seasoning; adjust to taste
For the Sides
  • 1 large avocado Freshly sliced to prevent browning
  • 2 small Persian cucumbers Contributes crunch
  • 1 medium carrot Shredded for color
  • 2 stalks green onions Chopped for freshness
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons spicy mayo
  • 1 tablespoon chopped nori paper
  • 1 tablespoon additional sesame seeds For garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the white rice according to package instructions, then stir in rice wine vinegar and sea salt.
  2. Remove skin from salmon and cut into bite-sized pieces; coat with cornstarch.
  3. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add salmon pieces to the skillet, cooking for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Combine soy sauce, honey, ginger powder, and sesame seeds in a bowl to make the sauce.
  6. Pour sauce over the salmon in the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  7. Assemble bowls with rice, salmon, avocado, cucumbers, carrot, and green onions.
  8. Drizzle with spicy mayo and sprinkle with additional sesame seeds and nori before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These bowls can be stored in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat salmon gently to retain crispiness.

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