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Spicy Salmon Bowls with Coconut Rice

Spicy Salmon Bowls with Coconut Rice for Quick Weeknight Bliss

These Spicy Salmon Bowls with Coconut Rice are a gluten-free, flavorful dinner option, perfect for quick weeknight meals.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Coconut Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice A fragrant base
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Opt for full-fat for a luxurious taste
  • 1 cup Water Adjust for desired fluffiness
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt for a touch of elegance
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Balances savory and sweet notes
For the Pickled Cucumber
  • 0.5 cup Rice Vinegar Provides a tangy kick
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Balances acidity and sweetness
For the Salmon
  • 1 pound Salmon Fillets Choose fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Keeps the salmon moist
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Feel free to add garlic powder for extra flavor
For the Topping
  • 0.25 cup Spicy Mayo Mix of mayo, sriracha, and lime juice
  • to taste Furikake Adds umami and crunch
  • to taste Chives Fresh garnish that elevates the dish

Equipment

  • Rice cooker
  • Baking sheet
  • Shallow Dish
  • small bowl

Method
 

Cook Coconut Rice
  1. In a rice cooker, combine 1 cup of jasmine rice, 1 cup of water, 1 cup of coconut milk, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Set to white rice setting until fluffy, about 20 minutes.
Pickle Cucumber
  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together ½ cup of rice vinegar and 2 tablespoons of sugar until dissolved. Add thinly sliced cucumber, tossing to coat. Marinate for approximately 10 minutes.
Prepare Salmon
  1. Preheat broiler to 550°F (288°C). Mix 1 pound of salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cut salmon into bite-sized cubes. Line a baking sheet with foil and spread salmon evenly.
Broil Salmon
  1. Broil salmon cubes for 6-8 minutes, watching closely until browned and flaky.
Make Spicy Mayo
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of mayonnaise, 1-2 tablespoons of sriracha, and the juice of half a lime. Adjust sriracha to taste.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide cooked coconut rice among four bowls, topping each with pickled cucumber, broiled salmon cubes, and ripe avocado slices. Drizzle with spicy mayo and sprinkle with furikake and chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze cooked salmon and coconut rice separately for up to 2 months.

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