Teriyaki Salmon Bowl (Printer-friendly)

Savory glazed salmon with vegetables over rice

# What You'll Need:

→ Salmon

01 - 4 salmon fillets (about 5.3 oz each), skinless or skin-on
02 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Teriyaki Sauce

03 - 1/4 cup soy sauce
04 - 1/4 cup mirin
05 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
06 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
07 - 2 teaspoons sesame oil
08 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
10 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water

→ Vegetables

11 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
12 - 1 carrot, julienned
13 - 1 cup broccoli florets
14 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
15 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

→ Rice

16 - 1.5 cups jasmine or sushi rice
17 - 1.75 cups water

→ Garnishes

18 - 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, optional
19 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
02 - In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 1-2 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
03 - Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, add a splash of oil and sear salmon fillets skin-side down (if using skin-on) for 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes, or until just cooked through.
04 - Brush the salmon generously with the teriyaki sauce. Cook for 1 minute more, then remove from heat.
05 - In a wok or large skillet, heat vegetable oil over high heat. Stir-fry bell pepper, carrot, broccoli, and sugar snap peas for 3-4 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
06 - Divide cooked rice between bowls. Top with stir-fried vegetables and teriyaki-glazed salmon. Drizzle extra sauce over the top and garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions if desired.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • High in protein and healthy fats from fresh salmon.
  • Features a delicious homemade teriyaki glaze that is far superior to store-bought versions.
  • A colorful variety of vegetables like broccoli and sugar snap peas adds crunch and nutrition.
  • Perfectly balanced flavors of ginger, garlic, and sesame.
02 -
  • Always rinse your jasmine rice to remove excess starch for the fluffiest texture.
  • Sear salmon skin-side down first to achieve a crispy skin and prevent the fish from falling apart.
  • Do not overcook the vegetables; they should remain vibrant and slightly crunchy to provide a texture contrast to the soft rice and tender fish.
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