Description
A vibrant and flavorful Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl featuring fresh sushi-grade tuna tossed in a savory, spicy sauce served over a bed of tender rice, complemented by creamy avocado, crisp cucumbers, and scallions. Topped with a zesty homemade spicy mayo drizzle and black sesame seeds, this dish is a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal inspired by Hawaiian poke with Asian flair.
Ingredients
Scale
Tuna Mixture
- 1/2 pound sushi grade tuna, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup sliced scallions
- 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce or gluten-free tamari
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sriracha
Spicy Mayo Drizzle
- 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce
- Water (to thin, as needed)
Bowl Components
- 1 cup cooked short grain brown rice or sushi white rice
- 1 cup cucumbers (from 2 Persian cucumbers), peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 medium Hass avocado (about 3 ounces), sliced
- 2 scallions, sliced for garnish
- 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
- Reduced sodium soy sauce or gluten-free tamari (optional, for serving)
- Sriracha (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare Spicy Mayo: In a small bowl, mix together the light mayonnaise and sriracha sauce. Add a little water gradually to thin the mixture until it reaches a drizzle-able consistency. Set aside.
- Mix Tuna: In a medium bowl, combine the cubed tuna with sliced scallions, reduced sodium soy sauce (or tamari), sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon sriracha. Gently toss all ingredients to coat the tuna evenly. Set aside to marinate briefly while assembling the bowls.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly between two bowls. Top each with half of the spicy tuna mixture, sliced avocado, diced cucumbers, and additional sliced scallions for freshness and crunch.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle the prepared spicy mayo over each bowl and sprinkle with black sesame seeds for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately with extra soy sauce or sriracha on the side if desired.
Notes
- This Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl features fresh chunks of sushi-grade tuna mixed with a bold spicy mayo and paired with creamy avocado and crunchy cucumbers for a perfect balance of textures and flavors.
- Use fresh sushi-quality tuna to ensure the best taste and safety when consuming raw.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of traditional soy sauce.
- Adjust the sriracha amounts to your preferred spice level, or omit for a milder flavor.
- Short grain brown rice or sushi white rice can be used depending on your preference for texture and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 397 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 865 mg
- Fat: 14.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33.5 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 32.5 g
- Cholesterol: 48 mg
