Spicy Salmon Rice Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Mahatma® Brown Rice
- 1 1/2 lbs skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp black pepper, divided
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sriracha hot sauce
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup soy sauce, divided
- 3 small avocados, peeled, halved, pits removed and sliced
- 2 cups cucumber, sliced
- 6 radishes, thinly sliced
- 3 sheets nori, cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup pickled ginger, drained
- 2 tbsp wasabi paste
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
Loaded with nutty Whole Grain Brown Rice, crisp vegetables, and creamy avocado, this flavorful Spicy Salmon Bowl is the perfect option for spicy food lovers.
Step 1
Prepare Mahatma® Brown Rice according to package directions.
Step 2
In large bowl, toss salmon, salt, 1 tsp pepper and chili flakes.
Step 3
In large skillet set over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil. Cook, stirring occasionally, seasoned salmon for 5 to 8 minutes or until cooked through and starting to brown. Transfer salmon to medium bowl and drizzle with sesame oil; set aside.
Step 4
In another medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, maple syrup, 1 tbsp soy sauce and remaining pepper until blended; set aside.
Step 5
Divide rice among 6 bowls. Top with salmon mixture, avocado, cucumber and radish. Drizzle sriracha mayo over top. Serve with nori, pickled ginger, wasabi and remaining soy sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Recipe Tip
Substitute salmon with shrimp or chicken.
Salmon Flavor Pairings
Sweet flavors such as honey, maple syrup, and even orange juice or zest go great with salmon. Give this dish a twist by adding flavor complexity. These are just a few flavor combinations that complement salmon:
- Salty: capers, miso, olives.
- Sweet: honey, brown sugar, maple syrup, orange juice, or zest.
- Sour: fresh lemon, fresh lime, vinegar.
- Pungent: onion, shallot, garlic, ginger, horseradish, sesame.
- Creamy: cream cheese, yogurt, butter
Recipe Tip: Want the perfect finish for this dish? Add texture with crunchy, crispy bits of your favorite topping: onion, celery, or crispy quinoa.
Meat-free Version
Recreate this dish using plant-based ingredients for a vegan approach. For instance, did you know that you can make your vegan mayonnaise by mixing soy milk and oil? And of course, swap out that salmon! In fact, there are simple ways to pack extra flavor into your favorite plant-based proteins. If you score tofu with two chopsticks, it will absorb more marinade while it chills in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Meals for the Week
For those that Meal Prep, this recipe can go a long way. Just make sure to properly store the cooked ingredients in separate containers so you can enjoy hearty meals throughout the week!
Other Rice Recipes
Looking for a different and fun approach to a salmon bowl? This viral TikTok Salmon and Rice Bowl will surprise your guests with a filling yet easy-to-prepare plate! If you love trying new spicy recipes, don’t miss this Stella ‘n Spice Golden Shrimp Fried Rice. And don’t forget the most important part of a meal: dessert! Whip up this creamy Strawberry Churro Rice Pudding – a delicious twist on a classic!
