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Ahi Tuna Poke

Ahi tuna poke without avocado
This classic Hawaiian Ahi Tuna Poke includes soy, sesame oil, and spices for a high-protein, luxuriously fresh dish! Plus, it takes less than 10 minutes to prep and requires no actual cooking.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients 

Instructions

  • Rinse the ahi tuna and pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Cut raw tuna into bite-sized cubes.
    ½ lbs ahi tuna steaks
  • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, finely chopped green onions, and half of the sesame seeds.
    2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce, 2 sprigs green onions, finely chopped, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Pour the soy sauce mixture over ahi cubes and toss until each piece of tuna is well coated. You can transfer to the refrigerator for 10-20 minutes, up to 24 hours,to let the flavors meld.
  • Combine the ahi tuna cubes and the sesame oil mixture and mix until each piece of the tuna is nicely coated. You can then put it in the fridge for at least 10-20 minutes to let the flavors meld, but it’s not required.
  • Cut the avocado into small cubes and gently fold it into the tuna poke before serving.
    1 avocado, diced
  • Garnish with remaining sesame seeds on top and serve.

Notes

This recipe is for 2 servings of ahi tuna poke.
Expert tips:
  • If you can't find chili garlic sauce, you can substitute a little finely chopped fresh chili.
  • If you are letting the poke sit in the fridge, you can add the avocado before or after. Before allows it more time to absorb flavors, after makes for a cleaner presentation.
  • You can also omit the avocado and reduce the sesame oil to reduce the calories in this dish.
Serving suggestions: You can enjoy it as is or in a poke bowl. Serve over a bed of riced cauliflower and top with fresh low-carb vegetables like sliced cucumber, onions, jalapenos, or radishes, and crinkle up some seaweed for extra flare.
Raw fish food safety:  Since the ahi tuna is served raw, be sure to buy it from a trusted fish vendor/seafood counter. Whole Foods or any natural food grocer with a fresh fish selection should work just fine. For same reason, I recommend only making as much as you plan to eat in one sitting.
Storage: If you do find yourself with leftovers, don't let them sit out too long. Quickly store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Ahi Tuna Poke
Amount per Serving
Calories
433
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
29
g
45
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
25
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
15
g
Cholesterol
 
43
mg
14
%
Sodium
 
1477
mg
62
%
Potassium
 
863
mg
25
%
Carbohydrates
 
13
g
4
%
Fiber
 
8
g
32
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
31
g
62
%
Vitamin A
 
2742
IU
55
%
Vitamin C
 
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
 
72
mg
7
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
Net carbs
 
5
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.