Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsCatalina Kitchen and BarAhi Tuna Poke Bowl Recipe

Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl Recipe

Time40m
Serves2

pineapple, red pepper, carrot, sushi rice

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Ingredients

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Base

Toppings

Method

Prepare Sushi Rice

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    In a fine mesh strainer, rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch.

  2. 2

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed sushi rice and 1.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.

  3. 3

    Fluff and Cool

    Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes. Then fluff the rice with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.

Prepare Toppings

  1. 4

    Dice Ahi Tuna

    Cut the ahi tuna into small cubes (about 1/2 inch) and place it in a bowl.

  2. 5

    Prepare Pineapple, Bell Pepper, and Carrot

    Dice the pineapple, chop the red bell pepper, and julienne the carrot into thin strips. Add them to the bowl with the tuna.

  3. 6

    Mix Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce and sesame oil. Pour the mixture over the tuna and vegetables, and gently toss to combine.

  4. 7

    Garnish

    Chop the green onions and sprinkle them over the bowl. Add sesame seeds and seaweed salad on top as desired.

Assemble the Poke Bowl

  1. 8

    Layer Ingredients

    In a serving bowl, add a scoop of the cooled sushi rice as the base.

  2. 9

    Top with Tuna Mixture

    Spoon the tuna and vegetable mixture over the sushi rice.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Enjoy your Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl immediately, optionally accompanied by additional soy sauce or wasabi.

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