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Vibrant Tropical Tuna Poke Bowl Recipe

Vibrant Tropical Tuna Poke Bowl Recipe


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  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 3 1x

Description

Hawaiian poke featuring fresh tuna delivers oceanic flavors balanced with crisp vegetables and zesty citrus dressing. Layers of rice, marinated fish, and colorful garnishes create a refreshing meal you can savor with island-inspired delight.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz (226 g) sushi grade tuna, cut into ¾-inch cubes
  • ¼ small red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tbsps (30 ml) soy sauce
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) sesame oil
  • ½ tsp (2.5 ml) sriracha or chili garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) lime juice
  • snow peas, sliced on the bias
  • shaved carrots
  • thinly sliced cucumber
  • thinly sliced green onions
  • toasted sesame seeds, for topping

Instructions

  1. Marination: Immerse raw tuna cubes in a zesty blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha within a chilled ceramic bowl, allowing flavors to harmonize and penetrate for approximately 15-20 minutes.
  2. Rice Preparation: Cook white rice or quinoa according to package instructions, ensuring a fluffy and light texture, then spread evenly across the serving vessel as a robust foundation for the poke bowl.
  3. Slaw Creation: Craft a vibrant cabbage slaw by finely slicing fresh cabbage and tossing with tangy lime juice, a whisper of olive oil, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create a crisp, refreshing element.
  4. Assembly and Garnishing: Carefully position the crimson-hued marinated tuna as the centerpiece, then artfully arrange the dressed cabbage slaw, mango chunks, snow peas, julienned carrots, cucumber slices, and green onion rings around the protein, creating a kaleidoscope of colors and textures.
  5. Finishing Touch: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds across the surface, introducing a delightful nutty crunch and elevating the visual sophistication of this tropical poke bowl.

Notes

  • Marinate with Precision: Keep tuna cubes cold during marination to prevent bacterial growth and maintain pristine flavor integrity.
  • Choose Fresh Ingredients: Select sushi-grade tuna from reputable seafood markets to ensure safe raw consumption and optimal taste quality.
  • Prep Ahead Strategically: Slice vegetables and prepare slaw in advance to streamline assembly and enhance flavor melding time.
  • Balance Texture Carefully: Combine soft tuna with crunchy vegetables and toasted sesame seeds to create a multi-dimensional eating experience with complementary mouthfeels.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: None
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3
  • Calories: 365
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg