Heart-healthy salmon is the star of this show as it marinates in teriyaki sauce. Easy chopped veggies such as cucumber, green onion and cilantro sit alongside the seared salmon for a nice flavor variety. Finally, sriracha is mixed with Greek yogurt for a healthy, tangy, aioli-inspired topping to finish out this delicious brown rice bowl!
1Tbsp.toasted sesame oilplus more for final drizzle
2Tbsp.arrowroot powder tapioca flour
2Tbsp. cool water
½tsp.ground ginger(1” fresh ginger, grated)
½tsp.garlic powder(2 garlic cloves, minced)
4oz.wild salmon fillets
1Tbsp.olive oil
Yogurt Sriracha Sauce:
1cupfat free or reduced fat plain Greek yogurt
2-3Tbsp.sriracha sauce(or other hot sauce)
¼tsp.garlic powder
¼tsp.sea salt
1lime(juiced)
1-2Tbsp.cold water(as needed)
Bowls:
4cupsprepared brown rice
1large cucumber(chopped)
3green onions(sliced)
½cupcilantro(chopped)
½ -1Tbsp.toasted sesame seeds
fresh lime(optional)
Instructions
Prepare the brown rice according to package instructions.
For the teriyaki salmon: Place salmon fillets in the plastic bag or baking dish and pour in teriyaki sauce, covering salmon evenly. Seal or cover and place in the fridge.
While the salmon is marinating, make the sriracha yogurt sauce. Combine Greek yogurt, sriracha (or other hot sauce), garlic powder, salt and lime juice. Stir well with a spoon or whisk. If you prefer a thinner sauce, add 1-2 Tbsp. of cold water to reach desired consistency. Place in fridge until ready to use!
Chop the cucumber, green onions and cilantro.
Heat a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Remove the marinating salmon from fridge.
Once the oil is hot, use kitchen tongs to remove salmon fillets from the marinade and place in your skillet, flesh side down. Continue with remaining fillets until all are added to the hot pan. Cook for 4 minutes, then flip salmon using a flat, metal spatula.
Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking for about 3-4 more minutes. Remove salmon from pan onto a clean plate, skin side down. The salmon will continue to cook as it rests. Using a thermometer, ensure the salmon has cooked to 145° F.
Now, assemble the teriyaki salmon bowls. Place 1 cup of brown rice in bowl and top with teriyaki salmon, chopped cucumber, green onion, cilantro and a shake of toasted sesame seeds. If desired, add a lime wedge. Drizzle with sriracha yogurt sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
Chicken or shrimp would work well in place of salmon! Sauté marinated chicken in small cubes or marinated shrimp on the stove top until cooked through.
Shredded carrots or thinly sliced red bell pepper are great veggies to add or sub.
Store your extra sriracha sauce in the fridge for 4-5 days and use on scrambled eggs or as a sandwich condiment.