Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl
Experience a culinary delight with our Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl. This vibrant dish features fluffy sushi rice topped with fresh, succulent tuna, creamy avocado, and a zesty chili oil sauce. Each bite bursts with flavor and texture, making it perfect for casual gatherings or quick weeknight dinners. Versatile and easy to customize, this bowl is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 8 oz sushi-grade tuna, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili oil (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- Nori sheets (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook rice according to package instructions using approximately 1 ¼ cups of water.
- In a small bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Set aside.
- Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, mix diced tuna with soy sauce, chili oil, and green onions; let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
- To assemble, scoop seasoned sushi rice into bowls and top with marinated tuna and sliced avocado.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and strips of nori before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg