Baked Salmon Sushi Bowl 

The Baked Salmon Sushi Bowl is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, bringing the essence of sushi into a hearty, deconstructed bowl. With tender baked salmon, seasoned rice, fresh vegetables, and a creamy spicy mayo, this dish offers a satisfying meal that's both nutritious and easy to prepare. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, it's a versatile recipe that can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

For the Salmon:

• 4 salmon fillets (approximately 4–6 oz each)

• Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste

• 4–5 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

• 1–2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (or sriracha)

• 1–2 teaspoons avocado oil (or olive oil)

For the Spicy Mayo:

• ½ cup mayonnaise

• 1–2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)

For the Bowl:

• 4 cups cooked rice (sushi rice preferred)

• 2 avocados, sliced

• 2 cups English cucumber, sliced

• Furikake seasoning, to taste

• Soy sauce or tamari, for serving

 Directions

1. Prepare the Salmon: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce and chili garlic sauce. Lightly season the salmon with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Generously brush the soy sauce mixture over the salmon fillets.

2. Cook the Salmon: Heat avocado oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets, skin-side up, and sear for 2–4 minutes until browned. Flip the fillets over, turn off the heat, and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 10–14 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).

3. Prepare the Spicy Mayo: While the salmon is cooking, combine the mayonnaise and chili garlic sauce in a small bowl. Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to achieve your desired level of spiciness. Set aside.

4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Top each bowl with a portion of baked salmon, sliced avocado, and sliced cucumber. Drizzle with the prepared spicy mayo and sprinkle with furikake seasoning. Serve with additional soy sauce or tamari on the side.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 667 kcal

• Protein: 10.5 g

• Carbohydrates: 68.2 g

• Fat: 40.3 g

• Sodium: 1368.8 mg

• Cholesterol: 15.2 mg