This Poke Bowl with Seared Ahi Tuna and Spicy Sauce is an incredibly delicious dish that is super versatile. There are many other ingredients you could use for this rice bowl. Try different vegetables and add wasabi or soy sauce to change things up!
2tablespoonwhite sesame seedsinclude more for garnish
2 tablespoonsesame oil
For Bowl
jasmine rice*cook according to package directions
sliced avocado
sliced cucumber
sliced radish
shredded carrots
edamame
prepared seaweed salad
sprouts and sesame seeds for garnishoptional
For Spicy Sauce
½cupmayonnaise
1-2tablespoonsriracha sauce
Instructions
Slice and prepare ingredients for the bowl.
Combine white and black sesame seeds.
Firmly press the ahi tuna steak into the seeds to coat.
Turn burner on medium-high heat. When pan is hot, add sesame oil and begin searing the tuna steak.
Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side. The center should remain pink (unless you prefer your fish well done). *See notes.
Let rest for 3-5 minutes, then cut into ½ inch cubes.
While tuna is resting, mix together sriracha and mayonnaise for the spicy sauce.
Arrange all ingredients in bowl. Drizzle spicy sauce over the top.
Notes
Many people eat *sashimi-grade or *sushi-grade tuna raw. Please do your research and if you are uncomfortable with this, the fish may be cooked more thoroughly by adding additional time to the cooking process until center is no longer pink. See more guidelines at USDA.gov.