This flavorful Spicy Tuna Bowl features fresh, sushi-grade tuna mixed with a spicy mayo sauce, served over a bed of rice with fresh vegetables. It’s a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal that combines all the best flavors of a sushi roll in one bowl.
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- For the Spicy Tuna:
- 1/2 lb (225g) sushi-grade tuna, diced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (adjust to heat preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon honey (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 tablespoon green onions, chopped (optional)
- For the Rice Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice or jasmine rice
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 small avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup edamame (optional)
- 1/4 cup radishes, thinly sliced (optional)
- For the Spicy Mayo Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise (preferably Japanese Kewpie mayo)
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Spicy Tuna:
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sriracha, and honey (if using). Stir until well mixed.
- Add the diced tuna to the sauce and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top. Let the tuna marinate for 5-10 minutes in the fridge.
- Make the Spicy Mayo Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and soy sauce until smooth. Adjust the amount of sriracha depending on your desired spice level.
- Assemble the Bowl:
- Divide the cooked rice between two bowls.
- Arrange the cucumber slices, avocado slices, shredded carrots, edamame (if using), and radishes (if using) on top of the rice.
- Spoon the marinated spicy tuna over the top.
- Drizzle the Spicy Mayo:
- Drizzle the spicy mayo sauce over the tuna and vegetables.
- Serve:
- Garnish with additional sesame seeds, green onions, or a sprinkle of chili flakes for extra heat. Serve immediately.
Tips
- Tuna Alternatives: If you don’t have access to sushi-grade tuna, you can substitute with other raw fish like salmon, or use cooked shrimp or crab.
- Add More Veggies: Customize your bowl with other veggies like seaweed, pickled ginger, or thinly sliced bell peppers.
- Make it Spicy: Add more sriracha or a dash of chili paste for extra heat.
Enjoy this vibrant, delicious Spicy Tuna Bowl, perfect for a quick meal or a light dinner!