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Spicy Salmon Poke Bowl with Ginger-Sesame Rice

Silky cubes of sushi-grade salmon tossed in a spicy soy-sesame glaze over warm ginger rice, crowned with creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and a shower of scallions.

Time
38 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
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Original Olivi recipe · nutrition calculated per serving

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Instructions

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  1. Rinse 1 1/2 cups sushi rice under cold water until it runs clear. Combine with 1 3/4 cups water and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer 18 minutes. Rest off heat 10 minutes.

    18 minutes
  2. Fluff the rice and fold in 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt while still warm.

  3. Pat 1 lb (450 g) sushi-grade salmon dry and cut into 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) cubes with a very sharp knife.

  4. Whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tbsp sriracha, 2 tsp honey, 1 tsp rice vinegar, and 1 minced garlic clove until glossy and emulsified.

  5. Gently fold the salmon into the sauce and marinate 10 minutes in the fridge: no longer, or the acid will start to cook the fish.

    10 minutes
  6. Thinly slice 1 English cucumber and 3 scallions. Dice 1 ripe avocado and shred 1 cup red cabbage.

  7. Divide the warm ginger rice among 4 bowls. Arrange salmon, cucumber, avocado, cabbage, and 1/2 cup shelled edamame in neat sections on top.

  8. Finish with sliced scallions, 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds, and an extra drizzle of the marinade. Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Chill your knife in the freezer for 5 minutes before cubing the salmon: a cold, sharp blade gives you clean cuts that keep the fish silky rather than mushy.

Suggested pairing

Pair with a chilled cup of green tea or a dry Riesling, and finish the meal with mango sorbet.

About this recipe

Silky cubes of sushi-grade salmon tossed in a spicy soy-sesame glaze over warm ginger rice, crowned with creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and a shower of scallions.

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