Salmon Sushi Bowl (and Salmon Bento Bites)
Fresh, fun and fuss-free—this simple salmon sushi bowl is perfect for little hands and big appetites alike. With the flavours of simple sushi, minus the rolling, it’s a great way to get creative fast. This makes enough for a simple lunch or dinner, with extra for toddler-friendly bite-sized sushi balls for the ultimate lunchbox win.
Ingredients 9
1 cup sushi rice, rinsed until water is clear
1 × 250g skinless salmon fillet
1 tsp sesame oil
1 sheet nori, toasted, finely crumbled
1⁄2 lebanese cucumber, grated
1 tsp rice wine vinegar
chilli sauce, optional, to serve
soy sauce, to serve
1 1⁄2 cups water
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Method 4
Place the and 1 1/2 cups water in a small saucepan over high heat. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 12 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside, covered, for 10 minutes to cool slightly.
Meanwhile, brush with . Cook salmon, skin side down in a medium nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Cook for 4 minutes. Turn & cook for a further 4 minutes, or until just cooked through.
Place in a bowl. Flake into the rice. Add and mix to combine. Roll mixture into teaspoon balls for your toddler. Place remaining rice in a bowl. Top with . Drizzle with and serve with your favourite chilli sauce and soy.
Optional: Serve with extra toasted , sesame seeds, or chopped carrot as toppings if desired.
