Genuine Japanese Teriyaki Salmon Bowls
Crispy salmon glazed with sweet soy-mirin sauce, served over fluffy jasmine rice and garnished with pickled vegetables and sesame seeds. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1/2 cup pickled radishes
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Place salmon fillets on the prepared sheet and pour half the sauce over them. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is flaky and glazed.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, cook rice according to package instructions. Divide into bowls. Top with salmon, pickled radishes, and sesame seeds. Drizzle remaining sauce over the top before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Genuine Japanese Teriyaki Salmon Bowls take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (25 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Genuine Japanese Teriyaki Salmon Bowls?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Genuine Japanese Teriyaki Salmon Bowls?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Genuine Japanese Teriyaki Salmon Bowls for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Genuine Japanese Teriyaki Salmon Bowls?
Japanese asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better asian dishes though.
