Spicy Salmon Maki Bowl
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Spicy Salmon Maki Bowl, a delightful fusion of fresh sushi ingredients that bring joy to your palate. This bowl features tender sushi-grade salmon paired with creamy avocado and crunchy cucumbers, all drizzled with a spicy mayo sauce. Perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special gatherings, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 8 ounces sushi-grade salmon
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 3 nori sheets, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Pickled ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until it runs clear. Cook according to package instructions (about 25 minutes). Let steam for best texture.
- Fold in rice vinegar gently into the warm rice to add flavor.
- Slice salmon into thin strips (about half an inch thick).
- Mix Sriracha and mayonnaise in a small bowl to create spicy mayo.
- In individual bowls, layer sushi rice at the base, then top with salmon, avocado, cucumber, and drizzle with spicy mayo.
- Finish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve with optional pickled ginger on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute salmon with tuna or marinated tofu for a vegetarian option. Adjust Sriracha based on your spice preference. For meal prep, assemble everything except avocado in advance to maintain freshness.