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Spicy Salmon Maki Bowls

These Spicy Salmon Maki Bowls combine fresh salmon, sushi rice, and a zesty sauce for a delicious and healthy meal that can be made in under an hour.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups sushi rice
  • 3 cups water for cooking rice
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Topping
  • 8 ounces sushi-grade salmon sliced
  • 1 cup cucumber julienned
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise preferably Japanese mayo
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons green onions chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Rice
  1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Stir this into the cooked rice gently and let it cool.
Prepare the Toppings
  1. Slice the sushi-grade salmon into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Slice the avocado and julienne the cucumber.
Mix the Spicy Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, combine sriracha and mayonnaise. Adjust the spiciness to your preference.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide the sushi rice among four bowls.
  2. Top each bowl with sliced salmon, avocado, and cucumber.
  3. Drizzle the spicy sauce over the toppings.
  4. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top for garnish.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2g

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the salmon in a bit of soy sauce before slicing. You can also add pickled ginger on the side for a traditional touch.

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