Spicy Salmon Sushi Bowl Recipe | Deconstructed Sushi Bowl with Creamy Sauce
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Japanese short-grain rice (sushi rice)
- 2 cups cold water
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 lbs sushi-grade salmon fillet, skin removed
- 1/4 cup Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie)
- 2-3 tablespoons Sriracha, to taste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce, low sodium
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 large avocado, sliced or cubed
- 1 cup Persian cucumber, thinly sliced or diced
- 1/2 cup shelled edamame, cooked
- Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
- Shredded nori (roasted seaweed), for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear. Combine rinsed rice and 2 cups of water in a saucepan or rice cooker. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
- While the rice stands, whisk together the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Transfer the hot rice to a large non-metallic bowl, drizzle with the vinegar mixture, and gently fold with a spatula until glossy and slightly cooled.
- Pat the salmon fillet dry and, using a sharp knife, cut it into 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a medium bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Japanese mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil until smooth. Pour the sauce over the cubed salmon.
- Add the sliced scallions to the salmon bowl and gently fold everything together until the salmon is evenly coated. Be careful not to mash the fish.
- Divide the seasoned sushi rice among four bowls. Top with the spicy salmon mixture. Arrange the sliced avocado, cucumber, and edamame around the salmon.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and shredded nori. Serve immediately.
Notes
For the best results, use a very sharp knife to cube the salmon. A dull knife will tear the delicate fish. Chilling the salmon in the freezer for 10 minutes prior to cutting can make it easier to get clean, uniform cubes.