Tropical Caribbean Honey-Jerk Salmon Power Bowl
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the tropics with this enticing Tropical Caribbean Honey-Jerk Salmon Power Bowl. This dish seamlessly combines sweet, savory, and spicy ingredients, making it a perfect choice for a summer meal or a refreshing lunch. Ideal for quick meal prep, it's a nutrient-rich masterpiece that'll transport your taste buds directly to the Caribbean shores.
Ingredients
🐟 2 Salmon fillets fresh ( 450g)
🥫 2 tablespoons Jerk sauce Walkerswood Jerk Seasoning, Mild
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
🫒 1 teaspoon Olive oil Chosen Foods
🥭 1 Mango fresh
🍅 1/2 Tomato
🌶️ 1 Jalapeño
🧅 1/4 Red onion
🍋 1 Lime squeezed
🧂 A pinch of Salt Kona Sea Salt
🌿 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper, plus additional to taste
🥫 3 tablespoons Plant-based mayo Best Foods
🍯 3 tablespoons Honey sriracha sauce
🍯 1 tablespoon Raw organic honey
🥗 Spring mix salad pre-washed
🥒 Japanese cucumbers thinly sliced
🌿 Cilantro fresh sprigs
Instructions
1- Prepare the Mango Salsa:
- Dice 1/4 red onion, 1 jalapeño, 1 mango, and 1/2 tomato. A kitchen chopper can speed up this process.
- Transfer the diced ingredients into a clear mixing bowl.
- Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the salsa.
- Add a pinch of Kona Sea Salt and black pepper to taste.
- Mix thoroughly with a spoon, then set aside to let the flavors marry.
2- Prepare the Honey Sriracha Crema:
- In an orange mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of Best Foods Plant-Based Mayo, 3-4 tablespoons of honey sriracha sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3- Prepare the Honey-Jerk Salmon Bites:
- Cut 1-2 salmon fillets into bite-sized pieces.
- Drizzle 1 teaspoon of Chosen Foods olive oil over the salmon, then add 2 tablespoons of Walkerswood jerk sauce and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika.
- With gloved hands, gently massage the seasoning and oil into the salmon pieces for even coverage.
- Heat a HexClad skillet over medium heat. Sear salmon bites for approximately 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- For extra browning, sear any uncooked sides for about 15 seconds each.
- Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of raw organic honey over the salmon in the hot pan, tossing gently to glaze.
4- Assemble the Power Bowl:
- Lay a generous amount of spring mix salad in a wide, white serving bowl.
- Neatly arrange the prepared mango salsa on one side of the greens.
- Add a serving of thinly sliced Japanese cucumbers on another side.
- Place a few fresh cilantro sprigs for aroma and flavor.
- Carefully lay the cooked honey-jerk salmon bites on top of the salad.
- Generously drizzle the honey sriracha crema over the salmon and greens.
- Garnish with a lime wedge on the side for that extra citrus zing.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 2 power bowls
Equipment: Kitchen chopper Fullstar or OXO, Wooden cutting board, Clear and orange mixing bowls, Spoon, Measuring spoons, HexClad skillet, Tongs, Gloves, Squeeze bottle, White serving bowls
Cooking Tips
- Kitchen Chopper: Utilize for efficient dicing, cutting prep time to a minimum.
- Flavor Harmony: Balance sweet and heat by using the honey glaze to tone down the spiciness.
- Customization: This power bowl is highly versatile; feel free to add your favorite seasonal veggies or grains.
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