Tuna Poke Bowl

This Tuna Poke Bowl is sure to be a hit! This dish has gained popularity worldwide in recent years, and it's easy to see why: it's easy to prepare, versatile in terms of ingredients, and super delicious.

The Poke Bowl has its roots in Hawaii, where it originated as a quick raw fish meal. The dish traditionally consisted of cubes of tuna or salmon marinated in soy sauce and seasonings, served over rice. Over time, chefs and restaurants began experimenting with different types of fish and marinades, as well as different types of vegetables and grains, creating a wide variety of Poke Bowl options.

When it comes to preparing a Poke Bowl, there are a few important things to keep in mind. We leave them all in the advice section at the end of this Post.

With this recipe, we will guide you step by step to create this first Poke Bowl, but we are sure that later you will be encouraged to experiment with different ingredients and combinations to create your own customized version of the dish. Enjoy!

How to make the recipe Tuna Poke Bowl

1. Start by cooking the rice following the package instructions. Once cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for at least 5 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, ground garlic and grated ginger until the sugar has completely dissolved.
3. Heat a pan over medium-high heat with a little sesame oil or vegetable oil. Add the tuna and cook for a minute on each side, or until golden on the outside but still raw on the inside.
4. Remove the tuna from the pan and place it in a bowl. Add half of the sauce mixture you made earlier and mix well.
5. On a plate or bowl place the rice at the base. Then place the radishes and avocado on top. And finally put the tuna on top of everything. Finally pour over the rest of the sauce mixture you made earlier to dress it.
6. Serve hot or cold, and enjoy your tuna poke bowl!
7. And now we leave you some tips to make it spectacular:

Notes and Tips

There are some tips and tricks you can follow to prepare a perfect tuna poke bowl:

Customize it: You can add more vegetables like avocado, grated carrot or fruits to add more variety and texture to the dish and personalize it to your liking.

Use fresh tuna if possible: Fresh tuna has a more intense flavor and a softer texture than frozen tuna. However, if you don't have access to fresh tuna, make sure to defrost it properly before cooking it.

Marinate the tuna properly: The marinating time can vary depending on the type of tuna and your flavor preferences, but generally between 15 minutes and 1 hour is enough to flavor and soften the fish.

Don't overcook the tuna: The tuna should be cooked only on the outside, keeping its raw texture on the inside. If you cook it too much, it will become dry and hard to chew.

Play with sauces and seasonings: soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger are some of the traditional condiments used in the Poke Bowl, but you can also experiment with other sauces and seasonings to give your personal touch to the dish.