Description
Silky sashimi salmon meets umami-packed miso in this Japanese-inspired bowl. Smooth rice, crisp vegetables, and luxurious fish create a perfect harmony of textures and flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 0.5 pound (226 grams) fresh sushi-grade skinless salmon
Vegetables and Garnishes:
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon chives, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Seasoning and Dressing Ingredients:
- Flaky salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon white miso
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon brown sugar
Rice:
- 0.5 cup sushi rice, cooked according to package directions
Instructions
- Craft the miso dressing by whisking olive oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, white miso, lemon juice, and brown sugar in a compact container until smooth and well-blended.
- Select premium sushi-grade salmon and expertly slice it against the grain into delicate, translucent pieces using a razor-sharp knife.
- Create an artful base in a serving bowl by elegantly layering the salmon slices, allowing them to slightly overlap for visual appeal.
- Enhance the salmon with precise garnishes: delicately sliced cucumber ribbons, sprinkled sesame seeds, finely chopped chives, and thinly shaved red onion.
- Generously drizzle the prepared miso dressing over the salmon, ensuring even distribution of the aromatic flavors.
- Season the dish with a light dusting of flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to elevate the taste profile.
- Scatter briny capers across the surface for an unexpected burst of tangy complexity.
- Accompany the sashimi bowl with bright lemon wedges to provide a zesty, citrusy counterpoint.
- For a more substantial meal, serve the salmon atop a bed of perfectly prepared sushi rice, transforming the dish into a complete dining experience.
- Serve immediately to preserve the pristine texture and temperature of the fresh salmon.
Notes
- Opt for sushi-grade salmon to ensure safe, high-quality raw fish consumption with the best texture and flavor.
- Slice salmon against the grain using an extremely sharp knife for delicate, paper-thin pieces that melt in your mouth.
- Prepare miso dressing ahead of time to let flavors meld and intensify, creating a more complex and harmonious sauce.
- Serve immediately after assembling to maintain the salmon’s pristine texture and prevent unwanted bacterial growth.
- Choose fresh, crisp vegetables like cucumber and red onion to add refreshing crunch and balance the rich salmon.
- Optional rice base transforms this light dish into a satisfying meal, perfect for a quick lunch or elegant dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg