Description
This Spicy Tuna Sushi-Inspired Bowl is a vibrant, flavorful dish combining tender white rice with a creamy, spicy tuna mix and fresh crunchy vegetables. Ready in just 35 minutes, this bowl is a perfect fusion of Japanese flavors and convenient, healthy ingredients, making it an ideal meal for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Rice
- 1 cup white rice, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
Spicy Tuna Mix
- 3 (5-ounce) cans of tuna
- ¾ cup coconut yogurt
- ¼ – ⅓ cup sriracha (adjust depending on desired spice level)
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
- ¾ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Toppings and Garnish
- Chopped seaweed
- Edamame
- Thinly sliced cucumbers
- Shaved carrot
- Green onions
Instructions
- Make the Rice: Add the rinsed white rice, water, and salt to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Simmer the Rice: Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and cook the rice for about 20 minutes until most of the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Let the Rice Sit: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Keep it covered and let the rice sit for 5 minutes to finish steaming.
- Season the Rice: Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then stir in the rice vinegar and honey to add a subtle tang and sweetness. Set the rice aside.
- Prepare the Spicy Tuna: While the rice cooks, combine the tuna, coconut yogurt, sriracha, coconut aminos, unseasoned rice vinegar, and grated fresh ginger in a bowl. Mix thoroughly, breaking up the tuna to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Assemble the Bowls: Scoop the cooked rice into serving bowls. Top with the prepared spicy tuna mixture, then garnish with chopped seaweed, edamame, thinly sliced cucumbers, shaved carrot, and green onions for texture and freshness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the bowls immediately to enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the spicy tuna mix to control the heat level according to your preference.
- Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch for fluffier rice.
- Using coconut yogurt adds a subtle sweetness and creaminess without dairy.
- This dish can be made with fresh tuna if preferred, but canned tuna is a convenient and shelf-stable option.
- Feel free to add avocado or pickled ginger as additional toppings for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
