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Redโs Favorite Spicy Tuna Poke Bowls. Homemade tuna poke with spicy gingery tuna, steamed rice, all the best toppings, and our favorite spicy, sweet, and creamy mayo sauce. I top each bowl off with fried shallot crumbs for crunch, then add fresh avocado, and a generous side of the creamy mayo. Each bowl is colorful and full of so much flavor. A great family dinner, any night of the week.
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After months of requests, I am finally sharing the poke bowls Iโve been making for my younger brother, Red. Everyone has been asking for this recipe, but I hesitated for so long.ย
Not because this isnโt a good recipe, but more because I make the poke a little differently each time and have never written down the recipe. Poke is one of those dinners you can make with just a few ingredients or with a lot of ingredients. None of the measurements have to be exact. And each person can customize their bowls to their liking, which makes it great if youโre feeding a more picky crowd.ย
Anyway, Iโve never written down the poke bowl recipe I put together for Red, so Iโve never shared it, but the time has finally come. I wrote some things down, figured out our favorite poke combinations, and here we are!ย
Poke bowls for Monday night dinnerโฆjust in time for Red, whoโs finally coming home to CO tonight after being in China.ย
The Poke
Since poke is really all about the tuna, make sure youโre using fresh sushi-grade tuna. I always buy mine at Whole Foods, but I will say, they donโt always have it. Itโs a little hit or miss, but when they do, I snatch it up for poke.ย
Cube the tuna, and for the marinade, I like to keep mine simple: tamari (soy sauce), sesame chili oil, ginger, and then green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Iโve found this to be the combo everyone loves most. If you donโt like spicy food, just use sesame oil.ย
Most poke bowls have a spicy mayo on top. Itโs usually just mayo and sriracha mixed together. This is great and super simple, but I like to add tamari and a small amount of honey to balance the spiciness.ย
The added salt and sweetness make the sauce just a little more special. Itโs creamy and honestly so delicious. And weโre not really a mayo-loving family either.ย
Everything else
The only other โmust-haveโ is rice. You have to have rice to serve the poke over, then the rest is all extra.ย
My bowls almost always include a quick cucumber salad and avocado.ย
I made these bowls extra special with some fried shallots mixed with Panko breadcrumbs and sesame seeds. Itโs definitely extra, but so delicious.ย
Everyone in my family has agreed (well except my mom, she will not eat fish), they could easily eat this once a week. Itโs on rotation when Red and Hailey are home.ย
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Lastly, if you make Redโs Favorite Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, donโt forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Redโs Favorite Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl
Ingredientsย
Poke
- 2 (4 ounce) sushi grade tuna steaks, cubed
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon sesame chili oil, or regular sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 1 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1 cup Persian cucumbers, sliced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 3-4 cups sushi rice, cooked
- avocado, pickled ginger, and nori sheets โ for serving
- fried shallot crumbs , (recipe in notes)
Spicy Mayo
- 1/3 cup olive oil mayo
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructionsย
- 1. To make the poke. In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, soy sauce (or tamari), sesame chili oil, ginger, red pepper flakes, green onion, and sesame seeds. Toss to mix.2. To make the cucumber salad. Toss together the cucumbers, rice vinegar, honey, and a pinch each of chili flakes and salt. 3. To make the Spicy Mayo. In a small bowl, stir together the mayo, sriracha, honey, and soy sauce (or tamari).ย 4. To assemble, add the rice to bowls, top with avocado, cucumber salad, poke, pickled ginger, green onions, and nori. Spoon over the spicy mayo. Sprinkle on the crumbs. Serve with additional spicy mayo.
Notes
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Absolutely love this recipe! We’ve made it over 10 times now. The fried shallot crumbs really takes it over the top.
Hey Elissa,
Happy Monday! I appreciate you giving this recipe a try, so glad to hear it was a hit!
Marinate with little lime or vinegar to help marinate time enhance flavor profile. Micro greens. Toast sesame seeds and then fry tofu rolled in tapioca flour
thanks so much!
One of our favorite recipes!
NOTE: Under ingredients …. currently reads 2-(4 sushi grade tuna steaks, cubed
SHOULD BE: 2-(4 oz) shushi grade tuna steaks, cubed
Hey Cheri,
Awesome! Love to hear this dish always turns out well for you, thanks a lot for making it! Thanks for the heads up on the recipe.
So incredibly easy and delicious! The shallots enhance the flavor! Coconut rice and Wasabi Greens from the garden added just another tasty layer! When our local fish source offered Blue Fin Tuna just off our coast, who could resist? I knew you had the perfect recipe to honor that Tuna!
Thank you SO much Kym! I am so glad you enjoyed this recipe, I really appreciate you trying it out! Have a great day! xT
This was superb. Will probably use a little less soy next time.
Thank you so much Eli!! So glad you loved these poke bowls! xT
This is my favorite recipe for a tuna poke bowl! It’s outstanding and super easy. The fried shallots are a must!
Hi Jaye,
Happy Monday! I appreciate you making this recipe so often and your comment, love to hear it is always a winner!!
Way too salty. Couldnโt even finish eating this
Hi Isabella,
So sorry to hear this! Thanks for trying the recipe and sharing your feedback! xx
What a fun quick recipe. All the flavors come together beautifully. And as others have mentioned the shallot crunch is a great addition.
Thanks so much, Lee! So glad to hear this recipe turned out nicely for you:) Thanks for making it!
One of the very best! God bless Red ๐
Hi Renie,
Thanks so much for making this recipe and your comment, so glad to hear it was enjoyed! Have the best week! xxT
I have made this recipe so many times! It comes together quickly and is absolutely delicious! Donโt skip the fried shallots. They really add texture and flavor. Everyone that I have made it for always comment how much they love it. Itโs a must try!
Hi Jaye,
Happy Holidays!๐๐โ๏ธ Thanks a lot for making this recipe so often, I’m so glad to hear it always turns out well! XxT
I loved it, but added fresh mango!
Thanks so much, Mia! Iโm so glad you enjoyed this recipe and appreciate you making it! Have the best day! xx