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Shoyu Ahi Tuna Poke

Cultural Context

Shoyu Ahi Tuna Poke is a beloved Hawaiian dish that highlights the fresh, high-quality tuna found in the region. Traditionally enjoyed as a snack or light meal, poke reflects the influence of Japanese cuisine, particularly with the use of soy sauce and sesame oil. Today, poke has gained immense popularity beyond Hawaii, inspiring countless variations and poke bowl shops across the United States and beyond.

HawaiianUSmain
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
Sashimi grade tuna
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
1 avocado
Nori seaweed
Spring onions
Pickled ginger
Steamed rice
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
Toasted sesame seeds
Szechuan pepper

ahi tuna

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is more economical.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is cheaper and neutral in flavor.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sliced cucumber

Mashed peas offer creaminess, and cucumber is a budget-friendly alternative.

seaweed

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: lettuce

Spinach adds nutrients, while lettuce is a cost-effective substitute.

1

Slice the sashimi grade tuna into bite-sized cubes, discarding any fat or gristle.

2

Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to the tuna, along with 1 teaspoon of black sesame seeds, and mix together.

3

Slice the avocado, removing the skin and cutting it into nice slices.

4

Cut the Nori seaweed into fine strips.

5

Remove the outer leaves of the spring onions and discard them.

6

Prepare the pickled ginger for garnish.

7

Add 1 tablespoon of rice wine vinegar to the steamed rice and mix.

8

In a bowl, layer the rice first, then add the avocado on top.

9

Use a ring mold to layer the tuna on top of the avocado, pressing it down gently.

10

Add the spring onions and seaweed on top of the tuna, then lift the ring mold off.

11

Finish the dish with toasted sesame seeds and Szechuan pepper.

Cooking Techniques

mixingdicing

Equipment Needed

ring mold

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishsoysesame

Also Known As

Ahi PokeHawaiian Poke

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