Spicy Mayo Salmon Rice Bowl (Printable)

Salmon cubes on warm short-grain rice, drizzled with creamy spicy mayo, cucumber, avocado and sesame.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salmon

01 - 9 oz skinless salmon fillet, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
02 - 1 tsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tsp sesame oil
04 - Pinch black pepper

→ Spicy mayo

05 - 3 tbsp mayonnaise
06 - 1 to 2 tsp Sriracha (adjust to taste)
07 - 1 tsp fresh lime juice
08 - 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil

→ Rice bowl

09 - 2 cups cooked short-grain white rice, warm
10 - 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
11 - 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
12 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
13 - 1 sheet nori, cut into thin strips (optional)
14 - 1/2 avocado, sliced (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Combine salmon cubes, soy sauce, sesame oil and a pinch of black pepper in a bowl; toss to coat and let sit for 5 minutes to develop flavor.
02 - Warm a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.
03 - Add the marinated salmon to the skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes, turning gently midway, until just cooked through but still tender; remove from heat and set aside.
04 - In a small bowl whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha, lime juice and toasted sesame oil until smooth; taste and adjust heat.
05 - Divide warm rice between two bowls, top each with cooked salmon, cucumber slices and avocado if using.
06 - Drizzle spicy mayonnaise over the salmon and rice, then sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions; add nori strips if desired.
07 - Serve immediately while the rice is warm and the salmon is tender.

# Recipe Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It’s like your favorite sushi roll deconstructed, but way less intimidating to make at home.
  • Every bite offers something different: a hit of heat, a cool slice of cucumber, or that little crunch of nori.
02 -
  • Rushing the searing process leads to overcooked salmon—keep the pieces moving gently and resist the urge to pile them in.
  • I learned the hard way that too much Sriracha sneaks up on you; add heat in small dabs and taste as you go.
03 -
  • Let the rice cool slightly before topping—it stops the mayo from melting into a puddle.
  • Use a wet knife for the salmon to keep the cubes clean and tidy.
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