Tuna poke is a delicious Hawaiian dish that features fresh raw tuna marinated in a flavorful sauce. It’s easy to make and perfect for a light and refreshing meal. Here’s a simple tuna poke recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) fresh sushi-grade tuna, cubed into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions (scallions)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for some heat)
- 2 tablespoons diced white or red onions (optional, for added flavor)
For serving:
- Cooked sushi rice or steamed white rice
- Sliced avocado
- Cucumber, thinly sliced
- Seaweed salad (store-bought or homemade)
- Pickled ginger
- Furikake (Japanese rice seasoning)
Instructions:
- Start by preparing the marinade. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated ginger, honey (or brown sugar), toasted sesame seeds, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro (if using), red pepper flakes (if using), and diced onions (if using). Stir everything together to create a well-combined marinade.
- Add the cubed tuna to the marinade and gently toss to coat the tuna pieces thoroughly. Make sure the tuna is well-covered with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- While the tuna is marinating, you can prepare your choice of rice. Sushi rice is traditional, but you can also use regular steamed white rice.
- Once the tuna has marinated to your liking, take it out of the refrigerator and give it a quick toss to redistribute the flavors.
- To serve, place a scoop of rice in a bowl or on a plate. Top the rice with the marinated tuna.
- Garnish the tuna poke with sliced avocado, cucumber, and seaweed salad. You can also add pickled ginger and sprinkle some furikake over the top for extra flavor and texture.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade tuna poke immediately, while the flavors are at their freshest!
Note: Make sure to use high-quality, sushi-grade tuna for this dish since it’s consumed raw. Additionally, you can customize the recipe by adding other ingredients you like, such as mango, edamame, or radishes. Be creative and make it your own!