Hawaiian Ahi Tuna Poke

Hawaiian Poke makes an incredible first course at any holiday party or brunch.  I was first introduced to this fish salad concept in Costco about a year ago. Freshly caught seafood marinated in a soy sauce, then tossed with lots of other yummy ingredients to add some spice. I have been grabbing Poke Salad for myfelf at least once a month, for lunch. Few weeks ago, when my brother shared with me fresh Tuna steaks, I decided to try my own marinade and make my own poke. Whole family fell in love with my recipe and I decided to share it with you.

It is likely to be the quickest recipe you make and have the biggest impact on your guests. Only real tuna lovers would be able to taste how delicious it is. This Hawaiian Ahi Tuna Poke can be made the morning of the party and set out right before it starts.

Few days ago, me and my husband had a dinner  at a restaurant in Seattle and I ordered Tuna Tartare, it was really delicious. Never thought before that I would eat raw fish, but now it is one of my favorite meals.

If you love sushi, you will LOVE poke!

Ingredients:

1/2 lb ahi tuna steaks

1/2 cup chopped green onions

1/4 cup chopped sweet onion or red onion

1/2 cup chopped avocado

Marinade:

1/4 cup soy sauce

1 Tbsp sriracha sauce

1 tsp sesame oil

1 Tbsp brown sugar

1 tsp sesame seeds

Freshly squeezed lemon, 1/4 of the whole lemon

Pat the Ahi tuna dry, then neatly cut it into small cubes. Place in the medium bowl.

Add chopped green onions, red or sweet onions, avocado.

In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the marinade and whisk it. Make sure that sriracha sauce is dissolved and there is no small chunks of it. Pour the marinade over tuna and toss it gently. Let tuna marinade for at least 15 minutes.

Serve as a tartare with baguette or as a snack with crackers . Also great with sushi rice.

Enjoy!