Spicy Tuna Bowl Recipe

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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Drizzle the Spicy Mayo:
    • Drizzle the spicy mayo sauce over the tuna and vegetables.
  5. 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!

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