Classic Salmon Rice Bowl (Printable)

Flaked salmon paired with seasoned rice and fresh toppings for a fast, savory meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish & Rice

01 - 1 cooked salmon fillet (6 oz)
02 - 2 cups cooked white rice, preferably leftover and chilled

→ Seasonings & Sauces

03 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
05 - 1 tablespoon Japanese mayonnaise (e.g., Kewpie)
06 - 1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili sauce (optional)

→ Toppings & Sides

07 - 1 avocado, sliced
08 - 1 sheet roasted seaweed (nori), cut into squares
09 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
10 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
11 - Pickled ginger (optional)
12 - Lemon or lime wedges (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Place the cooked salmon fillet in a microwave-safe bowl and flake it with a fork.
02 - Add the cooked rice on top of the salmon. If using leftover rice, sprinkle lightly with water to rehydrate.
03 - Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate or plastic wrap and microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes until warmed through.
04 - Add soy sauce and sesame oil to the bowl, then mix well to combine the salmon and rice.
05 - Drizzle Japanese mayonnaise and Sriracha over the mixture if using.
06 - Top with sliced avocado, spring onions, toasted sesame seeds, and pickled ginger as desired.
07 - Serve with roasted seaweed sheets and lemon or lime wedges on the side. Use the seaweed to scoop up the rice mixture.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 25 minutes, which means weeknight dinner actually feels achievable.
  • Leftover salmon and rice transform into something that tastes intentional, not recycled.
  • You get to customize every bite with toppings, so it never feels the same twice.
02 -
  • Cold or room-temperature leftover rice is your secret weapon here—it won't turn into a mushy mess when microwaved, and it actually absorbs the seasonings better than freshly cooked rice.
  • Don't skip the sesame oil even if you think it's unnecessary; that 1 teaspoon is what makes this bowl taste intentional instead of just assembled.
03 -
  • Dice your avocado right before serving so it stays creamy and bright instead of turning gray and sad.
  • Toast your own sesame seeds in a dry pan for 30 seconds if you have them; the difference in flavor is worth the two minutes of your time.
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