Poke Bowl
A poke bowl is a Hawaiian-inspired dish filled with fresh, marinated fish, rice, and an array of vibrant toppings. It’s a customizable meal that combines savory, sweet, and tangy elements, perfect for those who love fresh, healthy meals. You can mix and match proteins, vegetables, and sauces to create a bowl that’s uniquely yours. Serve with sides like seaweed salad or miso soup to complete your poke experience.
Equipment
- 2 bowls for assembling poke bowls
- 1 Small Bowl (For mixing the sauce)
- 1 knife for slicing fish and vegetables
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 pot for cooking rice (if using)
Ingredients
- 1 cup sushi rice or brown rice, cauliflower rice, or mixed greens as alternatives
- 200 g sushi-grade tuna or salmon, shrimp, tofu, or other protein of choice
- 1/2 avocado sliced
- 1/4 cup cucumber sliced
- 1/4 cup radishes thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup carrots julienned
- 1/4 cup edamame optional
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup optional for sweetness
- 1 tsp sriracha optional for spice
- 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 tbsp scallions chopped (for garnish)
- 1 sheet nori shredded (optional for garnish)
- Pickled ginger optional for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Cook the rice according to the package instructions and set aside to cool slightly. If you’re using greens as the base, chop them up and set aside.
- Prepare the protein: Cut the sushi-grade tuna (or your chosen protein) into bite-sized cubes. If you’re using tofu, marinate it in soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar for 10 minutes to infuse flavor.
- Prepare the toppings: Slice the cucumber, radishes, and carrots into thin pieces. Slice the avocado and set all toppings aside.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey (or agave), and sriracha if using. Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more soy sauce or sriracha depending on your preference.
- Assemble the poke bowls: In individual bowls, add a scoop of rice (or greens) as the base. Top with the prepared protein, avocado, cucumber, radishes, carrots, edamame, and any other desired toppings.
- Drizzle the sauce: Pour the sauce evenly over the ingredients in each bowl. Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped scallions, shredded nori, and pickled ginger if desired.
- Serve and enjoy! Mix the ingredients together and enjoy your fresh, flavorful poke bowl!
Notes
- Customizable Protein: Feel free to swap out tuna or salmon for other proteins like shrimp, crab, or even grilled chicken. Tofu works wonderfully for a vegan version.
- Rice Options: Sushi rice is traditional, but brown rice or cauliflower rice are great alternatives for a healthier option.
- Sauce Variations: Adjust the spice level by adding more or less sriracha to the sauce. You can also use a creamy spicy mayo for a richer flavor.
- Make it Ahead: You can prep all the ingredients ahead of time and store them separately in the fridge for up to 2-3 days, assembling the poke bowls when ready to serve.