Description
This Cooked Salmon Poke Bowl features tender, seared wild salmon cubes coated in a sweet and savory sauce made from honey, coconut aminos, and spices. Served over fresh avocado and carrot ribbons, it’s a quick and delicious bowl meal perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner, ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Sauce and Salmon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon paprika powder
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil, separated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon minced or grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos (or gluten-free Tamari or Soy sauce)
- 1.25 pounds wild salmon fillet, skinned and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 566 grams)
For Serving (Optional)
- 1 large green onion, chopped
- 1 to 2 large avocados, peeled and sliced
- 1 to 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into long thin ribbons
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, combine honey, coconut aminos, paprika powder, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, grated ginger, and 1 tablespoon coconut oil. Stir the mixture well until thoroughly blended and set aside.
- Sear the Salmon: Heat 2 tablespoons coconut oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the salmon cubes and sear them for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until browned and they release easily from the pan. Season the salmon with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Cook with Sauce: Pour the reserved sauce mixture over the seared salmon in the pan. Cook and toss the salmon gently for another 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly caramelize and coat the salmon cubes evenly.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide the avocado slices and carrot ribbons between serving bowls. Top with the caramelized salmon bites. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds as desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute coconut aminos with gluten-free Tamari or regular soy sauce if desired.
- Be careful not to overcook the salmon to maintain its tender texture.
- For added crunch, consider adding cucumber or radish slices to the bowl.
- Adjust the amount of honey to balance sweetness according to taste.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free if gluten-free soy sauce or aminos are used.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian-inspired
