HOW TO MAKE SALMON RICE BOWLS!
HOW TO MAKE SALMON RICE BOWLS! is a easy Asian Fusion recipe that serves 2. 570 calories per serving. Recipe by Chef Kendra Nguyen on YouTube.
Prep: 22 min | Cook: 27 min | Total: 59 min
Cost: $19.11 total, $9.56 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Salmon Fillet (6‑oz each, skinless, wild‑caught if possible)
- 1 cup Short‑Grain Rice (Uncooked; sushi or jasmine rice works well)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Extra‑virgin recommended)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Low‑sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar (Mild flavor)
- 1 tablespoon Honey (Raw honey for subtle sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds (Lightly toasted for aroma)
- 1 inch Fresh Ginger (Peeled and minced)
- 2 pieces Garlic Clove (Minced)
- 1/4 cup Cilantro (Chopped, stems included)
- to taste Salt
- 1/2 cup Green Cabbage (Shredded)
- 1/2 cup Red Cabbage (Shredded)
- 1 medium Carrot (Julienned)
Instructions
Make Sesame‑Ginger Dressing
Peel and mince the ginger and garlic. In a small bowl combine soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, honey, toasted sesame seeds, olive oil, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Mix well.
Time: PT5M
Shake Dressing in Bag
Transfer the dressing mixture into a zip‑top bag, seal, and shake vigorously until emulsified.
Time: PT2M
Prepare Coleslaw
Shred green and red cabbage, julienne the carrot, and place all in a mixing bowl. Toss lightly; set aside.
Time: PT5M
Cook Rice
Rinse 1 cup short‑grain rice until water runs clear. Add 1¼ cups water to a saucepan, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit 5 minutes.
Time: PT15M
Temperature: 212°F
Fluff Rice and Add Cilantro
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork, stir in chopped cilantro and a pinch of salt. Keep warm.
Time: PT2M
Preheat Oven
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Time: PT5M
Temperature: 400°F
Season and Bake Salmon
Place salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle half of the sesame‑ginger dressing over each fillet. Bake 10‑12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Time: PT12M
Temperature: 400°F
Assemble Bowls
Divide the cilantro rice between two bowls. Top each with a salmon fillet, a generous scoop of coleslaw, and drizzle the remaining dressing over the top. Sprinkle extra toasted sesame seeds if desired.
Time: PT3M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 570
- Protein
- 30g
- Carbohydrates
- 55g
- Fat
- 20g
- Fiber
- 4g
Dietary info: Pescatarian, Gluten‑Free (use tamari), Dairy‑Free
Allergens: Fish, Soy, Sesame, Honey
Last updated: April 22, 2026








