Crunchy Chili Onion Salmon Bowls

Casey Rooney

These Crunchy Chili Onion Salmon Bowls might just be the all-around perfect meal. Juicy, buttery salmon, a little spice, crunchy veggies, AVOCADO, and a creamy (optional-not-optional) sauce. You won't believe this meal takes LESS THAN 30 minutes to make!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings

Ingredients

For the salmon

1-1 1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless salmon, preferably nice thick piece(s), cut into 1 inch cubes
2-3 tsp olive oil
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tbsp Trader Joe's Salmon Rub See Note 1

For the sauce

2 tbsp Trader Joe's Hot Honey regular honey is fine, too!
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp Trader Joe's Crunchy Chili Onion

For the bowls

2-3 cups cooked rice 2-3 packages of Trader Joe's microwave Jasmine rice
1/2 cup shelled edamame See Note 2
1 cup carrots, shredded See Note 2
1-2 avocados, diced

For the sriracha mayo (OPTIONAL)

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp sriracha sauce
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp soy sauce
pinch of salt

Instructions

Prep Salmon: In a medium bowl, coat salmon cubes with oil then add salmon rub (or your homemade seasoning blend) and cornstarch. Use a spoon or clean hands and toss until all spices/cornstarch are absorbed.
Cook Salmon: Air fry the salmon at 400° for 6-8 minutes. You can also bake the salmon on a baking sheet at 400° for 8-10 minutes. Note: Air fry and bake times will vary slightly. You are looking for an internal temperature of about 145° or if you pierce the salmon with a fork it flakes easily, but should still be juicy and buttery!
Make the Sauce: While the salmon is cooking, make the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine hot honey, soy sauce, and crunchy chili onion. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 2 minutes. Optional: Whisk together all ingredients for the sriracha mayo, if making.
Finish: Assemble your bowls: Divide rice, edamame, carrots, avocado, and cooked salmon into individual bowls. Drizzle generously with the sauce. (drizzle on the sriracha mayo, too, if using!) Top with more crunchy chili onion and serve.

Notes

Note 1: If you can't find the Trader Joe's Salmon Rub, no worries. Make your own blend by combining: 1 tsp sea salt, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp brown sugar.

Note 2: Feel free to substitute any fresh, crunchy veggies such as cucumber or red bell pepper!

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