Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Teriyaki Salmon Rice Bowls with Pineapple, where tender salmon meets a luscious teriyaki glaze, complemented by juicy pineapple and fluffy rice. This dish effortlessly balances sweet and savory notes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Easy to prepare yet impressive, these bowls are destined to be a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup jasmine or sushi rice
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: Combine rice and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes until cooked.
- Make the teriyaki sauce: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
- Sear the salmon: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon fillets skin-side down for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip carefully.
- Add pineapple & sauce: Pour teriyaki sauce and pineapple over salmon; cook together for another 3-4 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Assemble: Fluff cooked rice in bowls and top with the salmon and pineapple mixture. Garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Entrée
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg