Spicy Canned Salmon Bowl (Printable)

Flaky canned salmon with sriracha mayo served over hot rice and crisp vegetables for a flavorful meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Rice

01 - 1 cup uncooked jasmine or sushi rice
02 - 2 cups water

→ Salmon Mixture

03 - 1 (6 oz) can salmon, drained and flaked
04 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
05 - 1–2 teaspoons sriracha sauce, to taste
06 - 1 teaspoon soy sauce
07 - 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

→ Vegetables & Toppings

08 - 1/2 cup shredded carrot
09 - 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced or julienned
10 - 1/2 avocado, sliced
11 - 2 tablespoons sliced scallions
12 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
13 - 1/2 cup shelled edamame (optional)

→ For Serving

14 - Nori sheets, cut into strips (optional)
15 - Extra sriracha or soy sauce, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for 12–15 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine the drained flaked salmon with mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Adjust sriracha to preferred spice level.
03 - Julienne the cucumber, slice the avocado, and shred the carrot. If using edamame, steam or microwave until heated through.
04 - Divide the cooked rice evenly between two bowls. Top each with half the spicy salmon mixture.
05 - Arrange carrot, cucumber, avocado, and edamame around the salmon layer. Sprinkle with sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds. Add nori strips if desired.
06 - Serve immediately, drizzling extra sriracha or soy sauce over the top as preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It turns pantry staples into something that feels like a deliberate meal, not desperation cooking
  • The spicy creaminess against hot rice hits the same satisfaction button as restaurant poké
02 -
  • Letting the salmon sit in the spicy mayo mixture for 5–10 minutes transforms the texture from slightly dry to silky
  • Hot rice is non-negotiable here, the warmth melts the mayo slightly and helps the flavors coat every grain
03 -
  • Mix the sriracha into the mayo separately before combining with the salmon to avoid hot spots
  • Reserve a few scallion greens for the very top for that restaurant presentation
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