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Spicy Salmon Rice Bowl
27 min
Total Time
4 servings
Portions
Easy
Difficulty
Moderate
Cost
640 kcal
Calories/serving
Easy Weeknight Spicy Salmon Rice Bowl | Sriracha-Glazed Salmon Over Rice
🛒 Quick Ingredients
4 portions
📋 Complete Ingredients List
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- 12 oz salmon fillets, skin on
- 2 cups cooked short-grain rice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1-2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 small cucumber, thin sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
🍳 Quick Cooking Steps
1
Cook rice per package instructions
2
Pat salmon dry and season lightly
3
Whisk soy, sesame, honey, sriracha
4
Brush half glaze on salmon
5
Air-fry salmon skin side down
6
Cook 8-10 minutes until flaky
7
Toss cucumber and carrot with vinegar
8
Slice salmon into bite pieces
9
Assemble bowls with rice and veggies
10
Drizzle remaining glaze and garnish
🔧 Kitchen Tools & Equipment
📋 Complete Tools List
- Air fryer
- Rice cooker or pot
- Mixing bowl
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Tongs
- Small whisk
⚡ Quick Cooking Tips
Dry salmon before seasoningnUse skin on for crisp texturenRest salmon two minutes before slicing
📊 Nutrition Facts
640
Calories
38g
Protein
70g
Carbs
30g
Fat
6g
Fiber
12g
Sugar
920mg
Sodium
110mg
Cholesterol
📦 Storage & Meal Prep
🥶 Storage Instructions
- Store components separately in airtight containersnKeep refrigerated up to 3 daysnDo not freeze avocado slices
⏰ Make Ahead Tips
- Make glaze and rice aheadnPrep veggies and refrigerate separatelynAir-fry salmon just before serving
❄️ Freezing Guide
- Rice freezes well up to 3 monthsnDo not freeze avocado or dressed veggiesnThaw overnight in refrigerator before reheating
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve with lime wedgesnAdd extra sriracha for heatnTop with toasted sesame seedsnOffer pickled ginger on side
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Overcooking salmon makes it drynGlazing too early burns the glazenMixing avocado too soon causes browning
🎨 Recipe Variations
- Make a miso glaze instead of srirachanUse brown rice or quinoanAdd edamame for more protein
❓ Quick Cooking Q&A
Can I use frozen salmon?
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Yes thaw overnight for best results.
Is this gluten-free?
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Use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
Can I make this spicy milder?
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Reduce sriracha or omit honey.
How to get crispy skin?
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Pat skin dry and air-fry skin side down.
Can I use brown rice?
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Yes, cook time will vary.
⭐ Community Reviews
Kim M
Fast and full of flavor
Raj P
Perfect weeknight bowl
Maria S
Loved the glaze, added extra lime
Chen L
Nice balance of spice and sweet
Sofia R
Family asked for seconds
