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Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl Recipe Easy Homemade with Creamy Avocado

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A quick and easy spicy tuna poke bowl featuring fresh sushi-grade tuna, creamy avocado, and a spicy-sweet sauce, perfect for a light and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz fresh sushi-grade tuna, diced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted if possible
  • 2 cups cooked sushi rice or short-grain rice
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 medium ripe avocado, diced
  • Half a medium cucumber, thinly sliced or diced
  • Pickled ginger (optional)
  • Nori strips or furikake seasoning (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (180 g) sushi or short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions, either in a rice cooker or on the stove (about 20 minutes). Once done, fluff with a fork and gently fold in 1 tablespoon rice vinegar and a pinch of salt. Set aside to cool slightly (about 10 minutes).
  2. While the rice cooks, carefully dice 8 oz (225 g) of sushi-grade tuna into uniform bite-sized cubes. Place in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon sriracha, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (if using). Taste and adjust the sriracha or honey to your preference.
  4. Pour the sauce over the diced tuna and gently toss to coat evenly. Add 2 tablespoons sliced green onions and 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds. Let this sit for 5-10 minutes to marinate.
  5. Dice 1 medium ripe avocado and slice half a cucumber thinly. Prepare pickled ginger or nori strips if using.
  6. Divide the seasoned rice into two bowls. Top each with half the spicy tuna mixture, diced avocado, and cucumber slices. Garnish with extra sesame seeds, green onions, and a few nori strips or a sprinkle of furikake if desired.
  7. Serve immediately. Optionally, drizzle a little extra sriracha or soy sauce on top to amp up the flavor.

Notes

Use sushi-grade tuna for best texture and safety. Keep fish cold until prep. Adjust sriracha and honey to balance spice and sweetness. Slice avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Toast sesame seeds lightly for extra flavor. Store tuna and rice separately if making ahead; add avocado fresh.

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