Ahi Poke

Ahi Poke.

What Is Poke
Poke (pronounced POE-keh) is a Hawaiian dish. Its name derives from the Hawaiian word "to slice or cut." The name is a good indicator of what the dish is because poke is traditionally sliced raw fish (usually tuna or octopus) that's marinated in a savory, umami-rich sauce made with soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onions.

Poke can be eaten as is, but it's typically served in a poke bowl with other ingredients — like rice, vegetables, and hot sauce.

Poke Ingredients
This easy poke recipe only has a few ingredients, most of which you probably already have on hand.

Ahi Tuna
Because you eat it raw, be sure to buy sashimi-grade tuna.

Soy Sauce
Soy sauce provides umami-rich flavors.

Sesame Oil
Sesame oil lends a nutty flavor to the marinade.

Green Onions
Green onions add color and a hint of flavor.

Toasted Sesame Seeds
Toasted sesame seeds will add a crunch to the poke as well as a light nutty flavor.

Macadamia Nuts
Macadamia nuts provide a little crunch to go with the soft fish.

Crushed Red Pepper (Optional)
Use the red pepper if you like a little heat.

How to Make Poke
Making poke is so incredibly easy. Simply combine all the ingredients in a bowl and allow it to marinate in the fridge for at least two hours. Serve as desired.

How to Serve Poke
We love serving poke in a poke bowl.

What's in a Poke Bowl?
There's no one-size-fits-all recipe for poke bowls. You can really let your imagination run wild. Most poke bowls include rice, vegetables (like edamame, cucumbers, carrots), avocado, seaweed, and sriracha.

How to Store Poke
Poke doesn't last that long because the fresh fish can start to go bad. So, poke is best eaten the day-of or the next day.

However, you can store poke in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.