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Teriyaki Salmon Bowl

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Craft a quick salmon bowl that tastes amazing! Drizzle homemade teriyaki sauce over flaky salmon cooked in your air fryer or oven. Layer it with soft rice, juicy mango, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and plenty of protein-packed edamame. Add a zippy sriracha mayo if you’re feeling bold! Ready in just over 30 minutes, it’s a colorful, flavor-packed meal you’ll love.
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Updated on Sun, 09 Mar 2025 05:24:45 GMT
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Transform your dinner routine with vibrant teriyaki salmon bowls that bring restaurant-quality flavor to your table. Premium salmon fillets glazed with rich homemade teriyaki sauce pair perfectly with steaming rice and fresh toppings, creating a harmonious blend of tastes and textures in every bite.

This recipe emerged from countless hours perfecting the balance of sweet teriyaki glaze and tender salmon. The contrast between the caramelized fish and creamy avocado creates an irresistible combination that keeps everyone coming back for more.

Core Ingredients

  • Salmon fillets: Select bright, firm pieces with clean ocean aroma. Wild-caught offers premium flavor, though quality farmed works well
  • Sushi rice: Rinse thoroughly for ideal texture and subtle sweetness
  • Fresh avocado: Choose slightly firm Hass varieties for best creaminess
  • Ripe mango: Pick fruit with gentle give and sweet stem aroma
  • Mini cucumbers: Adds perfect crunch without excess water
  • Shelled edamame: Fresh or frozen provide protein and color
  • Fresh herbs: Cilantro and scallions for aromatic finish

Bowl Preparation

Teriyaki Sauce:
Simmer soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar and ginger until thickened to coat spoon back. The reduction creates deep umami flavors.
Rice Base:
Thoroughly rinse rice until water runs clear. Cook using rice cooker or stovetop method while preparing other elements.
Salmon Cooking:
Air fry marinated fillets until edges caramelize while center stays moist. Listen for gentle sizzle as sauce glazes.

Final Assembly

Building Layers:
Start with hot rice base. Place glazed salmon as centerpiece. Arrange avocado, cucumber and mango in sections for visual appeal.
Finishing Touch:
Drizzle extra teriyaki sauce. Top with fresh herbs to enhance aroma and presentation.
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Traditional Japanese culinary wisdom teaches that quality salmon should have a clean sheen and fresh ocean scent. These time-tested principles guide ingredient selection for optimal results.

Serving Suggestions

Complete your meal with classic miso soup or seaweed salad. Pickled ginger cleanses the palate between bites. Traditional green tea provides the ideal beverage pairing, cutting through rich flavors.

Recipe Adaptations

Customize with brown rice or quinoa for added nutrition. Cauliflower rice offers a low-carb alternative. Seasonal substitutions like pineapple or roasted sweet potato adapt to ingredient availability. Pan-searing gives traditional texture to salmon.

Storage Guidelines

Keep components separate in sealed containers. Save avocado with pit to prevent oxidation. Salmon stays fresh three days refrigerated. Sauce keeps one week. Reheat fish gently in foil to maintain moisture.

This recipe represents the perfect balance of technique and ingredients. Quality components prepared with care create memorable dining experiences that bring people together through deeply satisfying flavors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ How can I prep this in advance?
Sure thing! Make the salmon and cook your rice early, keep the toppings separate, and slice fresh avocado when assembling.
→ No air fryer? What now?
No worries! Bake the salmon at 400°F for about 7-9 minutes or throw it on the grill. Both are great options!
→ Want to skip the carbs?
Totally doable! Swap out the rice for cauliflower rice to keep it low-carb.
→ What’s a vegetarian swap for salmon?
Try using crispy tofu instead. Air fry it and toss with the teriyaki sauce for great flavor!
→ How long will teriyaki sauce last in the fridge?
Keep your sauce chilled, and it’ll stay fresh for a few days—it’s great to make ahead!

Teriyaki Salmon Bowl

These healthy salmon bowls are made with air-fried teriyaki salmon on rice, topped with mango, avocado, cucumber, edamame, and herbs.

Prep Time
25 Minutes
Cook Time
8 Minutes
Total Time
33 Minutes
By: Paolina

Category: Seafood

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Japanese

Yield: 5 Servings

Dietary: Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Bowl Base

01 5 pieces of salmon, each weighing 4 to 6 ounces
02 2 cups of uncooked jasmine rice

→ Toppings

03 One and a half cups of cooked edamame beans, no shells
04 1 cucumber (English variety), sliced thin
05 6 stalks of green onions, finely cut
06 2 ripe mangos, peeled and diced
07 2 avocados, pits removed, peeled, and cubed
08 Half a cup of chopped cilantro

→ Teriyaki Sauce

09 ½ cup of soy sauce (reduced sodium)
10 1 tbsp sesame oil
11 A quarter cup plus an extra tablespoon of light brown sugar
12 2 tbsp rice vinegar
13 1 tbsp honey
14 ¾ tsp ground ginger
15 1 minced garlic clove
16 2 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tsp of water
17 ¼ tsp red chili flakes

→ Optional Sriracha Mayo

18 ¼ cup plain mayonnaise
19 1½ tbsp of Sriracha

Instructions

Step 01

In a small pot over medium flame, combine all the sauce ingredients. Let it boil while stirring, until it thickens and sticks to the back of a spoon (around 1 minute). Then, let it cool completely.

Step 02

Take ¼ cup of the teriyaki sauce and pour it over the salmon. Let it soak for at least 20 minutes or even overnight if you can.

Step 03

Follow the directions on the rice packaging to prepare the rice.

Step 04

In an air fryer, cook the salmon at 400°F for 5 to 7 minutes until thoroughly done. (Check the notes for tips on baking or grilling options.)

Step 05

Start with the rice, evenly dividing it into bowls. Add the salmon on top, followed by avocado, edamame, cucumber slices, and mango.

Step 06

Drizzle remaining teriyaki sauce and, if you like, add the Sriracha mayo. Sprinkle green onions and cilantro to garnish.

Notes

  1. You can make the teriyaki sauce a few days beforehand.
  2. Swap in cauliflower rice for fewer carbs.
  3. Firm tofu makes a great vegetarian replacement for salmon.
  4. Pick a gluten-free soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.

Tools You'll Need

  • Air fryer (alternatively, an oven or grill)
  • Small cooking pot for the sauce
  • A pot or rice cooker for cooking rice
  • Mixing bowls for preparing ingredients

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • The salmon contains fish, as expected.
  • Both soy sauce and edamame beans include soy.
  • Most soy sauces have gluten unless you specifically use a gluten-free kind.
  • If using mayo, it will contain eggs.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 758
  • Total Fat: 25 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 88 g
  • Protein: 46 g