Dont Poke My Poke
This recipe presents a simple, quick Hawaiian-style poke featuring fresh, diced bluefin tuna. It's lightly seasoned with soy sauce, a hint of wasabi, rock salt, and fresh green onions, offering a high-protein, low-fat, and flavorful dish ready in just 15 minutes.
Equipment
- 1 Sharp Chef's Knife Essential for clean, precise cuts of tuna.
- 1 Cutting Board For preparing fish and green onions.
- 1 Medium Mixing Bowl For combining all ingredients.
- 1 Set of Measuring Spoons For accurate seasoning.
- 1 Spatula or Spoon For gentle mixing.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 lb raw fish blue fin tuna
- 1/3 c soy sauce
- 1 tsp wasabi
- 1 tsp rock salt
- 3 stalk s green onions
Instructions
- Ensure your bluefin tuna is sushi-grade and thoroughly chilled for optimal freshness and safety.
- Using a sharp chef's knife, carefully dice the tuna into uniform 1/2-inch cubes for consistent texture.
- Finely chop the green onions, utilizing both the white and green parts for a balance of flavor and color.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced tuna, soy sauce, wasabi, and rock salt.
- Add the chopped green onions to the bowl with the tuna mixture.
- Gently fold all ingredients together with a spatula or spoon until just combined, being careful not to mash the delicate fish.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and to chill the poke thoroughly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or wasabi to your preference.
- Serve immediately, perhaps over a bed of sushi rice, with crisp wonton chips, or as a standalone appetizer.
Notes
For this minimalist poke, quality of ingredients is paramount. Always source sashimi-grade bluefin tuna from a reputable fishmonger. Ensure your knife is exceptionally sharp for clean, uniform cuts, which enhances both texture and presentation. Cut the tuna into approximately 1/2-inch cubes. To enhance the flavor profile beyond the basic recipe, consider adding a dash of toasted sesame oil for nuttiness, a pinch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, or finely grated ginger for freshness. A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds before serving adds visual appeal and a pleasant crunch. Chill the poke for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and to ensure optimal freshness. Avoid overmixing, as this can break down the delicate tuna.