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Sesame Fish and Rice Bowl

This quick and easy meal of rice topped with fish in a savory sauce can be comforting and healthy. Add pickled vegetables for color, crunch and nutrients.
bowls of Sesame Fish and Rice
Prep time: 10 minutes
Makes: 2 servings
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

½ cup cooked fish (see Notes)
1 to 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
½ teaspoon sesame oil (try toasted)
½ teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 cup cooked rice (brown or white)
1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional)
1 green onion, chopped (optional)
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional) 

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together the fish, mayonnaise, sesame oil and soy sauce.
  3. Warm the rice and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with vinegar, if desired. Spoon the fish mixture on top. Sprinkle with green onion and sesame seeds, if desired. 

Notes

  • Try any fresh or canned fish such as tuna, salmon, cod, rockfish, snapper, sole or tilapia.
  • Try adding pickled vegetables, kimchi, baby greens, grated carrot, sliced avocado or microgreens to the bowl.
  • Cook extra brown rice and freeze in recipe-sized amounts for quick meals. 

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