15-Minute Teriyaki Salmon Bowl (Printer-Friendly)

Salmon glazed in sweet teriyaki, paired with crisp vegetables and rice for a fast, flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salmon Preparation

01 - 2 skinless salmon fillets, approximately 5 ounces each
02 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
03 - Pinch of salt
04 - Pinch of freshly ground black pepper

→ Teriyaki Glaze

05 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
06 - 2 tablespoons mirin or dry sherry
07 - 1 tablespoon honey
08 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
10 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced

→ Bowl Assembly

11 - 2 cups hot cooked jasmine rice
12 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
13 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
14 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
15 - 2 tablespoons scallions, finely sliced
16 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

# How to Prepare:

01 - Combine soy sauce, mirin, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic in a mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly until homogenous.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Sear fillets for 2 to 3 minutes per side until almost opaque.
03 - Pour prepared teriyaki glaze over the seared salmon. Allow sauce to bubble for 1 to 2 minutes, occasionally spooning glaze over fillets, until salmon is fully cooked and glossy.
04 - Divide hot jasmine rice between two serving bowls. Arrange cucumber slices, julienned carrot, and avocado over rice.
05 - Place a glazed salmon fillet atop each bowl. Drizzle with any remaining teriyaki glaze from skillet. Garnish with scallions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve promptly.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The whole meal comes together so quickly, you’ll barely check the clock.
  • The mix of silky salmon, sticky teriyaki, and crunchy veggies makes every bite a surprise.
02 -
  • If you walk away for even a minute, the sauce might burn—keep an eye on it and stir often.
  • Throwing the glaze on too soon keeps the salmon from getting a good sear, so patience pays off.
03 -
  • Let the salmon rest a minute after cooking—it keeps the texture tender.
  • Extra sauce left in the pan is gold—spoon it over the rice for extra flavor punch.
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