Asian Inspired Salmon Bowl (Printer-Friendly)

Soy-ginger glazed salmon served over steamed rice with fresh vegetables and sesame seeds

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Salmon

01 - 4 salmon fillets, approximately 5.3 ounces each
02 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
08 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch, optional for glaze thickening
09 - 1 tablespoon water, if using cornstarch

→ For the Bowl

10 - 2 cups jasmine or sushi rice, uncooked
11 - 2.5 cups water
12 - 1 cup carrot, julienned
13 - 1 cup cucumber, julienned
14 - 1 cup red bell pepper, julienned
15 - 1 cup edamame, shelled and cooked
16 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
17 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
18 - Lime wedges for serving, optional

# Directions:

01 - Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.
03 - If desired, dissolve cornstarch in 1 tablespoon water and whisk into the glaze mixture for a thicker consistency.
04 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place salmon fillets on the sheet and brush generously with soy-ginger glaze, reserving remaining glaze.
05 - Bake salmon for 12 to 14 minutes until cooked through and flaky.
06 - Transfer remaining glaze to a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until thickened, approximately 1 to 2 minutes if cornstarch was used. Remove from heat.
07 - Julienne carrots, cucumber, and red bell pepper into thin, uniform strips.
08 - Divide cooked rice among 4 serving bowls. Top each with a baked salmon fillet and arrange julienned vegetables and edamame around the salmon.
09 - Drizzle bowls with extra glaze. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, sliced scallions, and lime wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in only 40 minutes.
  • Packed with high-quality protein and vibrant, fresh vegetables.
  • The homemade soy-ginger glaze offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory notes.
02 -
  • Use a very sharp knife to achieve thin, uniform julienned vegetable strips for a professional look.
  • Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for a few minutes until fragrant to enhance their nutty aroma before garnishing.
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