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Furikake Salmon Rice Bowl Recipe

A fast and healthy weeknight dinner featuring seared sesame salmon with furikake seasoning, shiitake mushrooms, avocado, and cabbage. Ready in just 30 minutes and serves 2.

4.9 from 165 votes
30 mins
Total Time
2
bowls
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Furikake Salmon Rice Bowl

How to Make the Best Furikake Salmon Rice Bowl

This furikake salmon rice bowl is the perfect balance of healthy protein, fresh vegetables, and bold Japanese flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that doesn’t sacrifice taste or nutrition. The star of this dish is the seared sesame salmon with its crispy exterior and tender center, complemented by earthy shiitake mushrooms and a light sesame-mirin sauce.

The beauty of a rice bowl lies in its simplicity and flexibility. While this recipe features traditional Japanese rice, you can substitute with black rice, quinoa, or any grain you prefer. The sautéed cabbage provides a light, fresh crunch, while avocado adds creamy richness and healthy fats. When you combine all these elements with the umami-rich furikake seasoning and the savory-sweet sauce, you get a bowl that feels both comforting and refined.

This dish is packed with omega-3 fatty acids from the salmon, vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, and the satisfying protein content makes it a complete meal. Serve it warm straight from the pan, or prepare the components ahead of time and assemble just before eating for an easy meal prep option.

Furikake Salmon Rice Bowl

Furikake Salmon Rice Bowl

A fast and healthy weeknight dinner featuring seared sesame salmon with furikake seasoning, shiitake mushrooms, avocado, and cabbage. Ready in just 30 minutes and serves 2.

4.9 from 165 votes
CourseMain Course
CuisineJapanese
Keywordsalmon bowl, best salmon bowl, salmon bowl recipe, furikake salmon, furikake salmon recipe, japanese salmon, healthy salmon recipes, sesame salmon, pan-seared salmon
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Servings2 bowls
Calories636kcal
AuthorRare Ivy
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Ingredients

Sauce

Bowls

Instructions

Prep

  1. Set rice or grain to cook, if using.
  2. Mix soy sauce, mirin and sesame oil in a small bowl. Set aside.

Sauté Vegetables

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add shallot and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the shredded cabbage, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until just wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Transfer to a bowl and drizzle with a couple tablespoons of the sauce. Set aside.

Sear Salmon

  1. Wipe out the pan and heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the oil with a generous pinch of salt, pepper and chili flakes. Swirl to combine.
  3. Add the salmon and mushrooms to the pan and sear both sides until golden, about 8-10 minutes total.
  4. Turn heat off and let the pan cool slightly (to prevent the sauce from burning).
  5. Spoon the sauce over the salmon and mushrooms, swirling the skillet to coat.

Assemble

  1. Divide rice or grains between 2 bowls. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon furikake per bowl.
  2. Arrange sautéed cabbage, avocado wedges, and any other veggies in the bowl.
  3. Top with seared salmon and mushrooms.
  4. Sprinkle with additional furikake and spoon the remaining sauce over the bowl.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute the salmon with crispy tofu pressed and pan-seared.
  • Mirin can be substituted with honey or a combination of sugar and water if unavailable.
  • Feel free to add additional roasted or steamed vegetables to customize your bowl.
  • Furikake adds a wonderful umami flavor—it's a Japanese seasoning blend that includes sesame seeds, seaweed, and fish flakes.
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