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salmon rice bowl with seaweed

Delicious Salmon Rice Bowl with Seaweed

Delicious Delicious Salmon Rice Bowl with Seaweed recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 3 servings
Calories 1550 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the salmon mixture::

  • 3 salmon fillets, cooked and flaked
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise (I prefer Hellmann's mayonnaise or Kewpie)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2.5 tbsp sriracha (for a moderately spicy kick)

For the rice base::

  • 2.5 cups cooked rice (sushi rice or short-grain white rice works best)
  • 2 ice cubes (added to the rice for extra fluffiness)

For the toppings::

  • 1 avocado (ripe, hass variety), sliced
  • seaweed sheets (for wrapping or crumbling over the bowl)
  • 2 sprigs green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup pickled ginger, thinly sliced

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, soy sauce, and sriracha until fully combined and smooth. This creates your flavor base that will coat all the components. Set aside while you prepare the other elements. I like to make this first so the flavors have a moment to meld together.
  • Place the cooked rice in a microwave-safe bowl and nestle the ice cubes into the rice. Microwave for 2-3 minutes until the rice is warmed through and the ice cubes have melted, which will help separate the grains and add moisture for a fluffy texture. Remove from microwave and fluff gently with a fork to break up any clumps.
  • Add the flaked cooked salmon to the warm rice from Step 2, then pour the spicy mayo sauce from Step 1 over top. Mix everything together thoroughly so the sauce coats the salmon and rice evenly, creating a cohesive base. The warmth of the rice will help the flavors meld beautifully.
  • Transfer the salmon-rice mixture to a serving bowl or onto a sheet of seaweed (if using it as a base or wrapper). Arrange the sliced avocado, pickled ginger, and green onion on top in an organized pattern. Scatter the toasted sesame seeds over everything, and crumble or tear additional seaweed over the top for texture and umami depth. I find that arranging toppings last keeps them looking fresh and appetizing.