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A vibrant salmon rice bowl featuring flaky pink salmon atop fluffy white rice, garnished with green scallions and sesame seeds, served in a modern white bowl with a side of pickled vegetables and drizzled with a glossy sauce, creating an inviting and colorful presentation.

Viral Salmon Rice Bowl (Emily Mariko’s Recipe)

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Discover the viral Salmon Rice Bowl inspired by Emily Mariko, a quick, nutritious, and visually stunning meal perfect for lunch or dinner. This easy recipe combines fresh salmon, sticky rice, and flavorful toppings for a trending TikTok sensation that everyone will love. Simple to prepare and highly customizable, the Salmon Rice Bowl is the ultimate trendy dish for health-conscious food lovers.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked sushi rice or jasmine rice
  • 4 oz fresh salmon fillet
  • Seeped and seasoned nori sheets (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Soy sauce or tamari for drizzling
  • Mayonnaise (preferably Japanese mayo)
  • Sriracha or hot sauce (optional)
  • Green onions, sliced
  • Avocado slices
  • Pickled ginger (optional)
  • Kimchi or other fermented vegetables (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the salmon by baking, pan-frying, or broiling until flaky and tender. For quick results, use a honey garlic glazed salmon recipe as inspiration.
  2. Prepare the rice according to package instructions; let it cool slightly for easier handling.
  3. Slice avocados and green onions; prepare other toppings like pickled ginger or kimchi if desired.
  4. Layer the rice in a bowl, top with cooked salmon, and garnish with avocado slices, green onions, and nori.
  5. Drizzle soy sauce, mayonnaise, and sriracha over the bowl. Add crispy rice cracker bits or sesame seeds for extra flavor, if preferred.

Notes

  • Choose sushi rice or jasmine rice for an authentic sticky texture.
  • Keep ingredients separate in airtight containers if preparing ahead of time.
  • Customize with different proteins like tuna, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Feel free to add more toppings like sesame seeds or spicy mayo for extra flavor.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Bake, Pan-Fry
  • Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg