A Flavour-Packed Salmon Bowl Youāll Loveš¤©
If you're craving a meal that's bold, spicy, and packed with flavour, this Korean Salmon Bowl is a must-try! Juicy, pan-seared salmon coated in a rich gochujang glaze is served over fluffy steamed rice with your favourite veggies. And for the perfect balance, weāre adding a simple pickled cucumber and onion salad to brighten up the dish. šæš
Nutrafarmsā Canadian-caught salmon š makes this dish even better, offering a high-quality, sustainably sourced fish that brings fresh flavours to every bite!
š„¢ Ingredients:
š„ Pickled Cucumber & Onion Salad (Optional)
- Ā½ cup sliced cucumbers š„
- Ā¼ cup sliced onions š§
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce š„¢
- Ā½ tsp chili flakes š¶
- Pinch of brown sugar šÆ
š Salmon & Sauce
- 2 salmon fillets (cubed)
- 1 tbsp butter (for cooking) š§
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste) š¶
- 2 tbsp soy sauce š„¢
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- Juice of Ā½ lemon š
- 1 tsp cornstarch
š Serving
- Steamed rice š
- Your favourite veggies (e.g., steamed broccoli š„¦, sautĆ©ed spinach š„¬)
š„ Instructions:
1ļøā£ Prep Your Toppings:
If making the pickled cucumber and onion salad, toss all the ingredients in a bowl, mix well, and let it chill in the fridge until ready to serve.
2ļøā£ Cook the Salmon:
- Cube the salmon and cook it in a pan over medium heat with a little butter. š§
- Sear for about 3-4 minutes per side until lightly crispy and cooked through.
3ļøā£ Make the Sauce:
- Off the heat, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until smooth and well combined. š
4ļøā£ Coat the Salmon:
- Pour the sauce into the pan and stir well, letting it thicken and coat the salmon beautifully.
- Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce becomes glossy and rich. š¤¤
5ļøā£ Assemble Your Bowl:
- Serve the salmon over a bed of steamed rice š
- Add your favourite veggies š„¦ and the pickled cucumber & onion salad š„ on the side.
6ļøā£ Enjoy! š
š Why Choose Nutrafarmsā Canadian-Caught Fish?
For a meal this fresh and flavourful, you need high-quality fish. Nutrafarmsā Canadian-caught fish is sustainably sourced, offering superior taste and nutrition without added antibiotics or preservatives. ā
When you choose Nutrafarms, youāre not only getting the best seafoodāyouāre also supporting local fisheries that uphold responsible fishing practices. šš
š Learn more about Nutrafarmsā Canadian-caught fish here:
āØ Final Thoughts
This Korean Salmon Bowl is a simple yet satisfying meal thatās perfect for busy weeknights or a special weekend dinner. The rich gochujang glaze, crispy seared salmon, and bright pickled veggies create a balance of sweet, spicy, and savoury flavours in every bite. š½š„
Try this dish with Nutrafarmsā Canadian-caught salmon š and taste the difference quality makes! š£š„
