“Tropical Hawaiian Poke Bowl: Gluten-Free & Perfect for Summer Days!”

“Tropical Hawaiian Poke Bowl: Gluten-Free & Perfect for Summer Days!”

"Discover this easy-to-make gluten-free Hawaiian poke bowl recipe! Perfect for summer days or a quick snack, this flavorful dish is loaded with fresh fish, colorful vegetables, and a zesty dressing. With a touch of sesame seeds and sushi rice, this vibrant meal is sure to impress!"

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 15 minutes - Cook Time: 0 minutes (rice cooked separately) - Total Time: 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Hawaiian, Gluten-Free

Allergens

Fish (Fish Allergy), Soy (Sesame Seeds may contain Soy)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked sushi rice (gluten
  • free)
  • 6 oz fresh, sashimi
  • grade tuna or salmon, diced
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground ginger

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder, and ground ginger until well combined. This will be your dressing.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the diced fish, cucumber, red bell pepper, and green onions.
  3. Pour the dressing over the fish mixture and toss gently to coat.
  4. Divide the cooked sushi rice between two bowls.
  5. Spoon the dressed fish mixture over the rice in each bowl.
  6. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top of each bowl.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef’s Insight

Toasting the sesame seeds adds depth of flavor and a pleasant crunch.

Notes

Use gluten-free tamari or soy sauce if using non-gluten-free rice.

Cultural or Historical Background

Poke bowls have their roots in Hawaiian cuisine, where they were traditionally served as small portions of raw fish with rice. Over time, the dish has evolved to include various proteins, vegetables, and seasonings.