If you are looking for a unique one-stop meal then you can try the teriyaki salmon bowl. This meal is packed with good nutrients which are good for your physical and mental health. It contains protein, vitamins, minerals, omega-3 fats, and fiber. Salmon can help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and cardiovascular disease. It can also boost your mood. The dish is easy to make and you have the flexibility to substitute many ingredients.

Ingredients

• Salmon filets - 4
• Cooked rice – 3 cups
• Cucumber – 2 cups, chopped
• Shelled edamame – 1 cup, cooked and cooled
• Carrots – 1 cup, shredded and julienned
• Avocado – 1, sliced
• Coconut aminos – ½ cup
• Green onions -2, sliced
• Rice vinegar – 1 tablespoon
• Honey – ¼ cup
• Toasted sesame oil – 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds
• Garlic cloves – 3, minced
• Ginger – 1 teaspoon
• Cornstarch – 1.5 tablespoon
• This recipe is for 4 servings.

Ingredients explained

• Buy salmon fillets with skin on. Try to get center-cut Atlantic salmon as it's of high quality.
• You can choose white rice, brown rice, or quinoa.
• Edamame are green soybeans. They are packed with protein.

Cooking method

1. Wash the salmon filets and pat them dry. Place them on a dish and sprinkle salt and black pepper over it.
2. Make the teriyaki sauce. You can do so by mixing honey, rice vinegar, coconut aminos, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk everything.
3. Pour some sauce over the salmon fillet. Then turn the filets over with the skin-side upwards.
4. Cut the vegetables, that is, cucumbers, edamame, avocado, and carrots.
5. Take out your broiler and preheat it. Place the salmon fillet on an aluminum foil with the skin side facing downwards. Broil the fish. Alternatively, you can bake the salmon. In such a case, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and bake for 8 minutes. Before putting the marinated salmon in the broiler or oven, refrigerate it overnight or for 30 minutes for the marinade to seep inside the salmon fillets. It will make the fillets juicy and tasty.
6. Put the rest of the teriyaki sauce in a saucepan and turn the heat to medium. Simmer it for some time.
7. Add cornstarch to some warm water and whisk it till dissolved. Pour the cornstarch into the teriyaki sauce and stir occasionally.
8. Continue heating the sauce until it thickens.
9. Place rice in a bowl and top it with salmon fillets. They place the vegetables in strategic positions. Pour teriyaki sauce on top and sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions.

How to store

You can store the cooked rice and salmon in separate airtight containers. Put them in the fridge. You can also cut the vegetables and keep them in the fridge. You can store the teriyaki sauce the same way. When you are ready to eat just take out the ingredients from the fridge, warm them, and serve them in your preferred bowl.

Tips

• You can cut the salmon filets into small pieces rather than using the whole filet.
• You can serve the dish hot, cold, or at room temperature.
• You can add more vegetables, like peas, asparagus, and baby corn.
• You can try this same recipe with chicken, beef, or tofu instead of salmon.
• You can double the sauce for enhanced taste.

Salmon options

• Atlantic – It is farmed and has a mild flavor.
• King (chinook) – It is expensive but tastes awesome. It has a rich buttery taste.
• Coho (silver) – It is widely available and you can freeze it easily for several days.
• Chum : It has a low fat content.
• Pink : It has low fat and mild flavor. It doesn't freeze well; however, you can find it canned.
• Sockeye (red) – It is oilier and has a rich flavor.

When buying the salmon make sure it doesn't have a fishy smell. The color should be bright and the texture must be moist. Also, check that there is no brown spot on the filets.

If you love seafood then this delicious dish will make your day. Use varieties of vegetables and toppings to make the dish more interesting. It is a great meal to serve your guests.