Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl Mango (Printable)
A vibrant bowl featuring fresh tuna, mango, avocado, sushi rice, and zesty soy dressing with crisp veggies.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Rice
01 - 2 cups sushi rice
02 - 2 1/2 cups water
03 - 2 tbsp rice vinegar
04 - 1 tbsp sugar
05 - 1 tsp salt
→ For the Spicy Tuna
06 - 14 oz sashimi-grade tuna, diced
07 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise (Japanese or regular)
08 - 1 tbsp Sriracha
09 - 1 tsp sesame oil
10 - 1 tsp soy sauce
11 - 1 tsp lime juice
→ For the Toppings
12 - 1 large ripe mango, diced
13 - 1 avocado, diced
14 - 1/2 small cucumber, thinly sliced
15 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
16 - 2 tbsp roasted sesame seeds
17 - 2 tbsp crispy fried onions
18 - 1 small carrot, julienned
19 - 1 sheet nori, cut into thin strips
20 - 1 tbsp pickled ginger
→ For the Soy Dressing
21 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
22 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
23 - 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
24 - 1 tsp sesame oil
# How to Make It:
01 - Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
02 - In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice. Let cool to room temperature.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Sriracha, sesame oil, soy sauce, and lime juice. Add the diced tuna and toss gently to coat. Keep chilled until ready to serve.
04 - In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil to make the dressing.
05 - Divide the seasoned rice among four bowls. Arrange spicy tuna, mango, avocado, cucumber, carrot, and pickled ginger on top in sections.
06 - Drizzle with soy dressing. Garnish with spring onions, sesame seeds, crispy onions, and nori strips. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The spicy tuna mixture comes together in literally five minutes but tastes restaurant quality
- You can prep all the components ahead and assemble when hunger strikes
02 -
- Keep the tuna icy cold until the moment you serve it for the best texture and food safety
- The rice needs to cool completely or it will wilt the fresh toppings and warm the fish
03 -
- Buy tuna the same day you plan to serve it for ultimate freshness
- Prep all toppings before assembling so the process feels graceful and fun