Honey Sriracha Salmon Bowls

A Sweet and Spicy Delight

These Honey Sriracha Salmon Bowls are a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and healthy. Flaky salmon glazed with a vibrant honey-sriracha sauce is served over rice with fresh avocado, cucumber, and edamame. It’s quick, satisfying, and beginner-friendly—ready in just 20 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Salmon

• 4 (4–6 oz) salmon fillets
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons sriracha
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 3 tablespoons water

For the Bowls

• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup cooked edamame
• ½ cup sriracha mayo

Garnish (optional)

• Red pepper flakes
• Sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Prepare the Salmon
   Cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes. Remove the skin if preferred.
   Beginner Tip: Use kitchen shears to easily remove salmon skin.
2. Make the Marinade
   In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce (or tamari), honey, sriracha, garlic, and water.
   Beginner Tip: Whisk thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
3. Marinate the Salmon
   Add the salmon cubes to the marinade. Let sit for at least 20 minutes (up to 1 hour).
   Beginner Tip: Always marinate in the refrigerator for food safety.
4. Cook the Salmon
   Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil.
   Add salmon cubes in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Cook 2–3 minutes per side, until crisped and flaky.
   Beginner Tip: Don’t overcrowd the pan—sear in batches if needed.
5. Thicken the Sauce
   Add reserved marinade to the skillet. Simmer until slightly thickened, 1–2 minutes.
   Beginner Tip: The sauce thickens as it reduces—watch closely.
6. Assemble the Bowls
   In serving bowls, layer the rice, cooked salmon, avocado, cucumber, and edamame.
   Beginner Tip: Have fun with arrangement—it’s all about presentation and balance.
7. Drizzle & Garnish
   Drizzle sriracha mayo over the top. Garnish with sesame seeds or red pepper flakes, if using.
   Beginner Tip: Adjust sauce amounts to suit your spice preference.
8. Serve
   Enjoy immediately while warm.

Notes

• Avoid Overcooking: Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork.
• Adjust the Heat: Reduce sriracha for milder flavor or add more for spice lovers.
• Make It Your Own: Add shredded carrots, radish, mango, or pickled ginger.
• Low-Carb Option: Swap white rice for cauliflower rice.
• Meal Prep Friendly: Store cooked salmon and rice separately from veggies for easy assembly later.

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