Save A vibrant, healthy bowl featuring glazed teriyaki salmon atop a crisp, colorful Asian slaw, perfect for a fresh and satisfying meal.
I first tried making this teriyaki salmon bowl for a Sunday lunch and was amazed how simple ingredients could create such a beautiful, nourishing meal. The colorful slaw quickly became a weeknight favorite for its freshness.
Ingredients
- Salmon Fillets: 4 pieces (150 g each), skinless
- Low-sodium Soy Sauce: 80 ml (1/3 cup)
- Honey or Maple Syrup: 2 tbsp
- Rice Vinegar: 1 tbsp
- Sesame Oil: 1 tbsp
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Fresh Ginger: 1 tsp, grated
- Cornstarch: 1 tsp (optional, for thickening)
- Water: 1 tbsp (if using cornstarch)
- Toasted Sesame Seeds: 1 tsp, for garnish
- Spring Onions: 2, sliced, for garnish
- Napa Cabbage: 2 cups, shredded
- Red Cabbage: 1 cup, shredded
- Carrots: 1 cup, shredded
- Red Bell Pepper: 1, thinly sliced
- Spring Onions: 2, thinly sliced
- Fresh Cilantro Leaves: 1/4 cup, chopped
- Roasted Peanuts: 1/4 cup, roughly chopped
- Rice Vinegar (Dressing): 2 tbsp
- Soy Sauce (Dressing): 1 tbsp
- Honey or Maple Syrup (Dressing): 1 tbsp
- Sesame Oil (Dressing): 1 tbsp
- Lime Juice: 1 tbsp
- Fresh Ginger (Dressing): 1 tsp, grated
- Chili Flakes (optional): 1/2 tsp
Instructions
- Make the Teriyaki Glaze:
- Combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. For a thicker glaze, mix cornstarch with water, add to saucepan, and stir until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and cool briefly.
- Marinate Salmon:
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish. Pour half of the teriyaki glaze over the salmon, reserving the rest. Marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Preheat Oven or Grill:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) or heat grill. Prepare tray with parchment paper or lightly oil the grill.
- Cook Salmon:
- Place salmon fillets on prepared tray or grill. Bake or grill for 10 to 12 minutes, until cooked through and glazed, basting with extra marinade halfway. Discard leftover marinade used for marinating.
- Prepare the Slaw:
- In a large bowl, combine napa cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, spring onions, cilantro, and peanuts.
- Make Slaw Dressing:
- In a bowl or jar, whisk together all slaw dressing ingredients. Pour over slaw and toss to coat.
- Serve:
- Divide the Asian slaw among bowls. Top each with a salmon fillet. Drizzle with reserved teriyaki glaze and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions.
Save My kids enjoy assembling their bowls and choosing their favorite toppings. Sharing this meal together always brightens our weeknight dinner time.
Required Tools
Small saucepan, baking tray or grill, mixing bowls, whisk, cutting board and knife are all you need to prepare this meal efficiently.
Nutritional Information
Each serving provides about 410 calories, 20 g total fat, 24 g carbohydrates, and 34 g protein, making it a well-balanced option for a main dish.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy with steamed jasmine rice or soba noodles for extra heartiness, or pair with a dry Riesling or ice-cold green tea for a refreshing touch.
Save Finish with a fresh squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added brightness and texture.
Recipe Guide
- → How is the teriyaki glaze prepared?
Combine soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and fresh ginger in a saucepan. Simmer until flavors meld, and optionally thicken with cornstarch mixed with water.
- → What are good alternatives to salmon?
For variation, tofu or chicken can be substituted and prepared using the same teriyaki glaze and cooking method.
- → How can the slaw be customized?
Additions like snap peas or edamame can increase crunch, while peanuts add richness; substitute with pumpkin seeds for nut allergies.
- → What cooking methods work best for the salmon?
Baking at 200°C (400°F) or grilling the salmon fillets ensures even cooking and a caramelized glaze finish.
- → How should the dish be served?
Serve the glazed salmon over the dressed Asian slaw, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions, optionally alongside jasmine rice or soba noodles.