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Korean Gochujang Butter Salmon Rice Bowl

Korean Gochujang Butter Salmon Rice Bowl: A Weeknight Delight

This Korean Gochujang Butter Salmon Rice Bowl is a quick, flavorful dinner option that brings Korean cuisine to your home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 525
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Ensure freshness for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Paste Adds sweetness and spiciness
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for gluten-free if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or Chili Garlic Sauce Optional for heat
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Rice Jasmine, basmati, or brown rice works well

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • medium bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine gochujang paste, butter, soy sauce, and optional chili sauce. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Place salmon fillets on the lined baking sheet. Coat generously with the gochujang butter sauce.
  4. Bake the salmon for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until flaky and cooked through.
  5. Prepare your rice according to package instructions. Fluff rice with a fork once cooked.
  6. Serve the salmon over a bed of rice, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 525kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose fresh salmon for the best flavor and monitor the cooking time to avoid dry salmon.

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