Emily Mariko Salmon Rice Bowl (Print Version)

Vibrant bowl with flaked salmon, seasoned rice, avocado, spicy mayo, and seaweed. Customizable sushi-inspired meal ready in 25 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish & Protein

01 - 1 (6 oz / 170 g) cooked salmon fillet, skin removed and flaked

→ Rice

02 - 2 cups cooked short-grain rice (preferably leftover and chilled)

→ Sauces & Condiments

03 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon Japanese mayonnaise (e.g., Kewpie)
05 - 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce

→ Vegetables & Garnishes

06 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
07 - 1 green onion, thinly sliced (optional)
08 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

→ Seaweed

09 - 6-8 small roasted seaweed sheets (nori snack sheets)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place the cooked rice in a microwave-safe bowl. Top with flaked salmon and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.
02 - Cover the bowl loosely (use parchment or a microwave cover) and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, until the rice and salmon are heated through.
03 - Drizzle the warm salmon and rice with Japanese mayonnaise and sriracha. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce if desired.
04 - Gently mix everything together until well combined.
05 - Top with sliced avocado, green onion, and toasted sesame seeds.
06 - Serve with roasted seaweed sheets on the side. To eat, scoop a bite of the salmon rice mixture onto a seaweed sheet and enjoy like a hand roll.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Takes only 25 minutes from start to finish.
  • Perfect for using up leftover salmon and rice.
  • A healthy, pescatarian-friendly meal with 29g of protein per serving.
  • Fun, interactive eating style using roasted seaweed sheets.
02 -
  • Best with day-old rice for optimal texture.
  • Use Japanese mayonnaise like Kewpie for a richer, tangier flavor profile.
  • Covering the bowl loosely while microwaving is key to keeping the salmon tender.
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