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Finished Teriyaki Salmon Bowl served with sesame seeds, green onions, and chopsticks beside the bowl for final presentation.

Teriyaki Salmon Bowl – Sweet & Savory Japanese Style

This Teriyaki Salmon Bowl combines juicy glazed salmon, fluffy jasmine rice, and colorful veggies for the ultimate Asian-inspired comfort meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a healthy and satisfying dinner you’ll crave again and again!
Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 salmon fillets (aprox. 300 g)
  • 15 ml olive oil (or sesame oil)
  • 30 ml soy sauce
  • 20 g honey (or brown sugar)
  • 15 ml rice vinegar
  • 5 g grated fresh ginger
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 5 g cornstarch + 30 ml water (for thickening)
  • 200 g cooked jasmine rice
  • 80 g steamed broccoli florets
  • 60 g sliced carrots
  • ½ avocado, sliced (optional)
  • esame seeds & chopped green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Spatula
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic. Dissolve cornstarch in water and add it to the mix. Stir well until smooth.
    Preparing teriyaki sauce for Teriyaki Salmon Bowl by whisking soy sauce, honey, vinegar, ginger, and garlic together in a glass bowl.
  2. Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for about 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and tender.
  3. Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the salmon. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the fillets beautifully.
  4. Assemble the Bowl: Place jasmine rice in a serving bowl, top with teriyaki salmon, steamed broccoli, carrots, and avocado slices.
    Assembling Teriyaki Salmon Bowl with rice, glazed salmon, broccoli, carrots, and avocado slices on a wooden countertop.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Drizzle leftover sauce over the bowl, sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions, and serve warm!
    Finished Teriyaki Salmon Bowl served with sesame seeds, green onions, and chopsticks beside the bowl for final presentation.

Notes

You can substitute salmon with chicken or tofu for a different protein.
Use low-sodium soy sauce for a lighter version.
For extra flavor, sprinkle roasted seaweed strips on top.