Salmon Poke Bowl
The Salmon Poke Bowl features sashimi-grade salmon cubes marinated in a zesty and sweet sauce of soy, rice vinegar, sriracha, maple syrup, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Served atop cooked rice with optional edamame, salad greens, and avocado, it blends fresh, savory, and spicy elements in a colorful, balanced bowl.
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon sashimi-grade
- 2 green onions , thinly sliced and separated
- 4 cups white rice or brown rice, or sushi rice) (*Footnote 1, cooked
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic , finely grated
- 2 teaspoons ginger , finely grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping options
- 1 cup edamame , cooked (Optional)
- 2 cups salad greens (or coleslaw mix, or sliced purple cabbage)
- 1 large avocado , cubed (Highly recommended)
- furikake (or toasted sesame seeds) (Optional)
Instructions
Prepare the poke
- Remove the salmon skin and discard it. Examine the salmon to see if there are any bones lodged in the meat and use a pair of fishbone tweezers remove them. Cut the salmon into 1/2-inch cubes. Add the salmon into a medium-sized bowl and set it aside.
- Add the sauce ingredients into a small bowl and mix well.
- Add the green onion to the bowl with the salmon. Pour in half of the sauce. Use a rubber spatula to gently mix the salmon until it’s evenly coated with the sauce. Taste the salmon and mix in a bit more sauce if needed.
Assemble the bowl
- Portion the rice and transfer it to each serving bowl. Add the salmon, edamame, vegetables (salad greens, coleslaw mix, or sliced purple cabbage), and avocado on top of the rice. Garnish with furikake or toasted sesame seeds. Serve the remaining sauce on the side.
- Serve immediately as a main dish.
Notes
- Use sashimi-grade salmon and remove all bones to ensure safety and quality.
- Rice type can be white, brown, or sushi rice based on preference; sushi rice recipe referenced for authenticity.
- Serve immediately after assembly to maintain freshness of ingredients.
- Nutrition facts are calculated per serving including rice and vegetable toppings.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 770
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4g | |
| Calories | 770kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 98.5g | 33% |
| Protein | 39.9g | 80% |
| Fat | 24.3g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3g | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 63mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 1126mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 1312mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 8.6g | 34% |
| Sugar | 7.9g | 16% |
| Calcium | 200mg | 20% |
| Iron | 8mg | 44% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.