Description
A vibrant Hawaiian-inspired bowl featuring seared sesame-crusted ahi tuna, fluffy cilantro rice, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing. A healthy, customizable, and crowd-pleasing meal perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
1 lb sushi-grade ahi tuna, cut into cubes
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp honey
1 tsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame seeds
2 cups cooked jasmine rice
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cucumber, julienned
1 avocado, sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 daikon radish, julienned
2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional for a creamy dressing)
1 tsp sriracha (optional for heat)
Seeds for garnish (e.g., sesame, chia, or sunflower)
Instructions
Prepare the marinade by mixing soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and rice vinegar in a bowl.
Add the tuna cubes and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes.
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add sesame seeds. Cook until golden, 1-2 minutes.
Transfer the seeds to a paper towel-lined plate. Use the same skillet to sear the tuna, 1-2 minutes per side.
Meanwhile, fluff the rice with cilantro. Arrange in bowls as the base.
Top with julienned vegetables, seared tuna, and a drizzle of creamy dressing (mayo mixed with sriracha if using).
Garnish with toasted seeds and optional sesame seeds.
Notes
Use sushi-grade tuna for safety. For non-seared version, skip step 5 and serve the marinated tuna raw if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Customizable: add edamame, seaweed salad, or mango slices.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg