Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl (Printable)

Hawaiian bowl combining spicy tuna, mango, avocado, and fresh vegetables on seasoned rice.

# What You'll Need:

→ Sushi Rice

01 - 1 1/2 cups sushi rice
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
04 - 1 tablespoon sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Spicy Tuna Marinade

06 - 14 ounces sushi-grade tuna, diced
07 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
09 - 1 1/2 tablespoons Sriracha or chili sauce
10 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
11 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion
12 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

→ Toppings & Bowl Components

13 - 1 large ripe mango, diced
14 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
15 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
16 - 1 large carrot, julienned
17 - 2 radishes, thinly sliced
18 - 2 tablespoons pickled ginger
19 - 2 tablespoons roasted seaweed strips (nori)
20 - 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
21 - 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
22 - 4 tablespoons spicy mayo (mix 4 tablespoons mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon Sriracha)

# How to Make It:

01 - Rinse sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt; fold into the warm rice. Let cool slightly.
02 - In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, Sriracha, honey, green onion, and sesame seeds. Add diced tuna and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
03 - Dice mango and avocado. Slice cucumber, carrot, and radishes into thin, uniform pieces for even distribution.
04 - Divide seasoned rice among four bowls. Arrange spicy tuna, mango, avocado, cucumber, carrot, and radishes over the rice in sections for visual appeal.
05 - Drizzle with spicy mayo. Sprinkle with seaweed strips, extra sesame seeds, pickled ginger, and cilantro. Serve immediately while the tuna is fresh and the rice retains its texture.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • The contrast of sweet mango against spicy tuna creates this addictive sweet heat situation
  • Everything can be prepped ahead, making weeknight dinners feel like a tropical vacation
  • Customizable toppings mean everyone builds their perfect bowl exactly how they like it
02 -
  • Never leave your tuna sitting at room temperature for more than 30 minutes while prepping other ingredients
  • The rice should be slightly warm, not piping hot or completely cold, when you assemble the bowls
  • Spicy mayo thickens as it sits, so mix it right before serving for the perfect drizzle consistency
03 -
  • Buy tuna from a trusted fishmonger and ask when it was delivered, ideally same day
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes to deepen their nutty flavor
  • Use the back of your spoon to gently press rice into the bottom of each bowl for better stacking

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