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Ahi Poke Bowl with Sesame Rice

Sushi-grade ahi tuna marinated in a soy-ginger-sesame sauce, served over warm sesame rice with crisp toppings. Ready in 20 minutes—no cooking the fish required.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
28g
Ahi Poke Bowl with Sesame Rice
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Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 12 oz sushi-grade ahi tuna, 1-inch cubes
  • 1.5 cups cooked sushi rice, warm
  • ½ cup cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds (black and white, mixed)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and pepper flakes in a small bowl.

  2. 2

    Add tuna cubes to the marinade. Gently toss to coat evenly. Let sit 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Divide warm rice between two bowls. Press gently to create a flat base.

  4. 4

    Top each bowl with marinated tuna and any remaining marinade from the bottom of the bowl.

  5. 5

    Arrange cucumber slices around the tuna. Scatter sesame seeds generously over the top.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately while rice is still warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • small mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • two serving bowls
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board

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