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Build-Your-Own Sushi Bowls

These salmon sushi bowls are fresh, healthy, and easy to make at home! Packed with soy-glazed salmon, rice, and customizable toppings—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 salmon fillet cubed
  • 2 tbsp ghee or olive oil
  • Salt & pepper
  • 2 green onions or leeks
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup rice
  • ⅓–½ cup rice vinegar
Optional Toppings:
  • Carrots,cucumbers, radishes
  • Avocado
  • Pickled jalapeños
  • Seaweed
  • Furikake

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven or Skillet
  • Rice cooker or pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife or julienne tool

Method
 

  1. Prep the Veggies (Optional Make-Ahead): Julienne carrots and cucumbers. For pickling, place in a jar with ½ cup rice vinegar and ½ cup water. Let sit for 30 minutes to overnight.
  2. Cook the Rice: Rinse rice and cook according to instructions. Once done, stir in rice vinegar.
  3. Prepare the Salmon: De-skin and cube salmon. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Sauté Aromatics: Heat ghee or olive oil in a pan. Sauté leeks or green onions until soft.
  5. Cook the Salmon: Add salmon cubes and cook 3–5 minutes per side.
  6. Make the Glaze: Mix soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Pour over salmon and let simmer briefly to coat.
  7. Assemble Bowls: Add rice to bowls, top with salmon, drizzle extra glaze, and layer on desired toppings.
  8. Serve & Enjoy: Finish with furikake, seaweed, and a sprinkle of green onion.

Notes

Tips & Tricks

  • Prep ahead – Chop veggies and cube salmon the night before
  • Don’t overcook salmon – It cooks quickly and should stay tender
  • Use extra glaze on rice – Adds so much flavor
  • Customize bowls – Great for picky eaters
  • Try cold leftovers – Delicious as a next-day lunch bowl
  • Short-grain rice works best – Gives that classic sushi texture

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