Maui Style Ahi Poke
Transport your taste buds to the shores of Hawaii with this vibrant and irresistibly fresh Maui Style Ahi Poke recipe. Made with buttery chunks of sushi-grade ahi tuna, this dish is a celebration of bold flavors and simplicity. The tuna is delicately seasoned with a savory blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and a pop of heat from Hawaiian red chili flakes, while furikake and toasted sesame seeds add a touch of umami and crunch. Sweet onions and green onions lend a crisp freshness, and the optional addition of limu kohu (Hawaiian seaweed) takes this poke to the next level of authenticity. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this chilled dish is perfect as a light appetizer, a delectable rice bowl topping, or even a party favorite served with tortilla chips. Easy, elegant, and bursting with the flavors of the Pacific, this recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers and poke enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams sushi-grade ahi tuna
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 0.5 cup sweet onion
- 2 stalks green onions
- 2 tablespoons furikake seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Hawaiian red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons limu kohu (Hawaiian seaweed, optional)
Instructions
Start by preparing the fresh ahi tuna. Use a sharp knife to cut the tuna into bite-sized cubes, roughly 1/2-inch in size, and set aside in a mixing bowl.
Finely slice the sweet onion into thin slivers and chop the green onions into small rounds. Add both to the bowl with the tuna.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce and sesame oil until combined. Pour this mixture over the tuna and gently toss to coat all the pieces evenly.
Sprinkle the furikake seasoning, sea salt, Hawaiian red chili flakes (adjust to your spice preference), and toasted sesame seeds over the tuna mixture. If using limu kohu (Hawaiian seaweed), chop it finely and toss into the mix.
Gently fold the mixture to evenly distribute the seasonings, being careful not to break apart the delicate tuna cubes.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as-is or alongside steamed rice or tortilla chips for a satisfying appetizer or meal. Garnish with extra green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
959 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.1 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 225 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 3671 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 139.0 g | 278% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2209 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
