Spicy tuna is a fresh and vibrant dish that combines sushi-grade tuna. And in a poke bowl with a variety of toppings it really comes to life. So here is my super-simple spicy tuna poke bowl recipe.
It’s perfect for a light meal or a healthy lunch option.
The recipe is simple and allows for customization based on your preferences. You can adjust the spice level and add your favorite vegetables or toppings.
Easy Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl Recipe
This poke bowl features marinated tuna served over a bed of rice, topped with avocado, cucumber, and spicy mayo. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 2 people.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces sushi-grade tuna, diced
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Pickled ginger and seaweed salad for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Cook sushi rice according to package instructions and let it cool slightly.
- Marinate the Tuna: In a bowl, combine diced tuna, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha. Mix well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Make Spicy Mayo: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and sriracha until well combined.
- Assemble the Bowl: In serving bowls, place a scoop of sushi rice as the base. Top with marinated tuna, avocado slices, cucumber, and green onions.
- Drizzle with Spicy Mayo: Add a drizzle of spicy mayo over the top and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Garnish: Serve with pickled ginger and seaweed salad on the side, if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 2 bowls
- Calories: 450kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
This recipe is part of my 45 Delicious and Easy Japanese Recipes. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!
Jeff was a leader for Whole Foods Market for over 2 decades and is now a recovering foodie. When he's not spending time in the kitchen, he can usually be found with 3 daughters, practicing martial arts, making music, or blogging on his other sites. Click Here to learn more about me. Click Here to learn more about my site. Editorial Policies.
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