Spicy Salmon Bowls
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These Spicy Salmon Bowls are the ultimate quick and flavorful dinner idea. Juicy air-fried salmon coated in a sweet and spicy glaze is served over fluffy rice and topped with crisp veggies, creamy sriracha mayo, and fresh mango for a burst of flavor in every bite.
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Spicy Salmon Bowls are perfect for weeknights when I want something healthy but crave bold flavors.
The air-fried salmon is flaky and tender, the veggies add crunch, and the spicy mayo ties it all together. Plus, you can easily customize them with your favorite toppings!
Whether you’re meal prepping or making dinner on the fly, these bowls are sure to hit the spot.
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Recipe Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make these spicy salmon rice bowls:
Ingredient Notes
Salmon Filets: Fresh or thawed frozen filets work. Skin-on or skinless is fine—just adjust cooking time if thick.
Cooked Rice: White or brown rice, or even quinoa—whatever base you like.
Light Mayonnaise: You can also use full fat mayo but it will change the nutrition profile.
See the recipe card for full ingredient amounts and instructions.
Recipe Variations
Serve over cauliflower rice or a bed of greens.
Try adding avocado, pickled ginger, edamame, or radishes.
Use gochujang or a teriyaki glaze instead of sriracha for a different taste.
Swap salmon for tofu, shrimp, or grilled chicken.
How to Make A Spicy Salmon Bowl: Step by Step
Here are quick visual instructions. Be sure to check out the full instructions with exact ingredients in the printable recipe card below.
Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons sriracha, salt, and brown sugar. Rub the mixture over the salmon filets and let them sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Lightly coat the basket with olive oil or spray with cooking spray.
Step 3: Cook the salmon for 7 to 10 minutes, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
Step 4: While the salmon cooks, prepare the spicy mayo by combining the remaining 1½ tablespoons sriracha, minced garlic, and mayo in a bowl.
Step 5: To assemble the bowls, start with a layer of cooked rice. Top with the cooked salmon.
Step 6: Drizzle the spicy mayo over the salmon, then add sliced jalapeño, cucumber, shredded carrots, chopped mango. Sprinkle on sesame seeds and garnish with chopped green onion.
Step 7: Serve immediately and enjoy!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
Cook salmon in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
Adjust the spiciness of the mayo to your liking by adding more or less sriracha.
Cook the rice and chop the veggies in advance to make assembly super quick.
Serve with lime wedges for a citrusy kick!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes or until cooked through.
Absolutely, but homemade lets you adjust the spice level and ingredients.
Store leftover components in separate containers for up to 3 days in the fridge. Assemble just before serving for best texture.
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Spicy Salmon Bowls
Ingredients
- 2 salmon filets 3 oz each
- Olive oil or cooking spray for air fryer basket
- 2 ¾ tbsp sriracha – divided
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 jalapeño – sliced
- 1 cucumber – sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 mango – chopped
- 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- ½ tbsp sesame seeds
- Green onion – for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons sriracha, salt, and brown sugar. Rub the mixture over the salmon filets and let them sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Lightly coat the basket with olive oil or spray with cooking spray.
- Cook the salmon for 7 to 10 minutes, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
- While the salmon cooks, prepare the spicy mayo by combining the remaining ¾ tablespoons sriracha, minced garlic, and mayo in a bowl.
- To assemble the bowls, start with a layer of cooked rice. Top with the cooked salmon.
- Drizzle the spicy mayo over the salmon, then add sliced jalapeño, cucumber, shredded carrots, chopped mango. Sprinkle on sesame seeds and garnish with chopped green onion.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
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