I’m just going to say it: these salmon sushi bowls are so good.

They’ve got everything you love about sushi, fresh flavor, that perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and somehow, they taste shockingly close to your favorite sushi spot.

Best of all? No fuss. Just simple ingredients that come together in the best way.

These are a staple in our house. My kids love building their own bowls, and honestly, it turns dinner into something way more fun.

And yes… there’s a little secret to making them next-level.

It’s the sauce.

Creamy, spicy sriracha mayo that ties everything together…trust me, you don’t want to skimp on it.

So, if you’re ready for a healthy, flavor-packed dinner your whole family will love, here’s exactly how to make them.

I filmed the full step-by-step so you can follow along:

Watch the Full Recipe

If you want to see exactly how these salmon sushi bowls come together (and just how good that sauce looks going on), I filmed the whole process for you here:

You’ll need:

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Foil
• Mixing bowls

Ingredients:

For the Salmon

• 2 salmon filets (about ¾ – 1 lb.)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon honey

For the sriracha mayo

• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sriracha (more if you like a little added spice!)
• 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Pinch of salt

For the sushi rice

• 1 cup short grain white rice, rinsed
• 1 1/4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons sugar

For the bowls

• Cooked rice
• Diced avocado
• Sliced cucumbers
• Crushed nori sheets
• Thinly sliced scallions
• Sesame seeds

How to Make Salmon Sushi Bowls

1. Marinate the Salmon: First, in a shallow dish, whisk together the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and honey.
Then, add the salmon and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes while you prep everything else.
Why this matters: this step gives the salmon that rich, sushi-style flavor.

2. Make the Sushi Rice
Add the rice, water, and salt to a rice cooker or pot and cook according to package directions.Once the rice is finished cooking, fluff it with a fork. Then stir in the rice wine vinegar and sugar until everything is well combined.

This is what gives the rice that classic sushi flavor, slightly tangy and a little sweet.

3. Make the Sriracha Mayo
While the rice is cooking, in a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, and honey until smooth.
Taste and adjust as needed. For example, add more sriracha for heat or more honey for sweetness.

4. Broil the Salmon
Next, preheat your broiler to high and move your oven rack to the upper third.
Place the salmon on a foil-lined baking sheet and broil for 8–10 minutes, until cooked through and slightly caramelized on top.

5. Build Your Bowls
Now for the fun part.
Start with a scoop of warm rice. Then, top with salmon and layer on avocado, cucumber, nori, scallions, and sesame seeds.
Finally, finish with a generous drizzle of sriracha mayo.
Pro tip: don’t skip the sauce! It’s what makes these bowls truly next level.

Why These Salmon Sushi Bowls Just Work

You’ve got warm, fluffy rice, rich salmon, crisp veggies, and that creamy, spicy sauce tying it all together. Every bite hits a little sweet, a little savory, a little fresh… and just enough heat to keep things interesting.

But honestly? What I love most is how easy these are on those crazy busy nights where my kids have 59394 after school activities. You can have everything prepped and on the table fast, and then everyone gets to build their own bowl, which somehow makes dinner feel a little more fun and the kids love getting to play chef!

Sushi Salmon Bowl-Making Must-Haves:

• The Best Mixing Bowls
• Non-toxic Kitchen Utensils
• My Go-to Kitchen Knives
• My Favorite Baking Dish

Watch the Full Video Tutorial

If you haven’t watched it yet, check out the full recipe on my YouTube video! I walk you through the whole recipe step-by-step so you can see exactly how it all comes together.

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