Fresh & Vibrant Salmon Don (Japanese Salmon Rice Bowl)
Experience the clean, vibrant flavors of a classic Japanese Salmon Don. Cubed raw salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables rest on a bed of seasoned rice for a perfect, quick meal.
Donburi, or Japanese rice bowls, are celebrated for their simplicity and balance. This modern take on the classic Salmon Donburi incorporates fresh arugula for a peppery bite, complementing the rich, buttery texture of raw salmon and avocado. Its a testament to how a few high-quality, fresh ingredients can create a deeply satisfying and nourishing dish in minutes.
Ingredients
- 200 g sashimi-grade salmon
- 1 portion cooked white rice
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/4 cucumber
- 1 handful fresh arugula
- 1 tbsp sushi soy sauce
- to taste wasabi
- 1 green onion
Instructions
- 1Slice the Cucumber
Place a fresh cucumber on the white cutting board and thinly slice it into strips using a sharp knife.
Tip: Keep your fingers curled inward to safely guide the knife. - 2Chop Green Onions
Line up fresh green onions on the cutting board and finely chop them to prepare your vibrant garnish.
Tip: Ensure the onions are clean and dry before chopping. - 3Cut the Arugula
Gather a handful of fresh arugula and cut it on the cutting board to prepare it as a vitamin-rich green base.
Tip: Wash and dry the arugula thoroughly before cutting. - 4Dry the Salmon
Take a fillet of fresh raw salmon and gently wipe away excess moisture using a paper towel.
Tip: Drying the salmon helps improve texture and prevents slipping when cutting. - 5Cube the Salmon
Slice the dried raw salmon fillet evenly into small, bite-sized cubes for the rice bowl.
Tip: Use a sharp chefs knife to make clean cuts without tearing the fish. - 6Slice the Avocado
Take a ripe avocado and carefully slice it into smooth pieces ready for assembly.
Tip: Choose an avocado that yields slightly to gentle pressure for optimal ripeness.
