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Spicy Mayo Salmon Bowl

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, skin-on
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1.5 cups short-grain sushi rice
  • 1 3/4 cups water
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie)
  • 1-2 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 large avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 English cucumber, sliced
  • 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until it runs clear. Add rice and 1 3/4 cups water to a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and 1 tsp salt until dissolved. Gently fold the vinegar mixture into the cooked rice.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the Japanese mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, and soy sauce until smooth. Set aside.
  • Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  • Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and press gently with a spatula for 15 seconds.
  • Cook for 4-6 minutes on the skin side, until crispy and it releases easily. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes for medium-rare.
  • Divide the seasoned rice among four bowls. Top with a salmon fillet, avocado, cucumber, and edamame. Drizzle with spicy mayo and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For the crispiest skin, ensure the salmon fillets are patted completely dry with a paper towel before seasoning and searing.
Keyword salmon bowl, seafood