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Ahi Poke Basic

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"This is a standard raw tuna (poke) salad served in most Hawaiian homes. Although unconventional, it is sure to please the more adventurous seafood lovers. Be sure to use fresh tuna for the very best flavor, although fresh frozen tuna will produce acceptable results." — Josh Chan

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Original recipe makes 4 to 8 servings Change Servings

2 pounds fresh tuna steaks, cubed
1 cup soy sauce
3/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons sesame oil

1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper (optional)
2 tablespoons finely chopped macadamia nuts

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Directions

In a medium size non-reactive bowl, combine Ahi, soy sauce, green onions, sesame oil, sesame seeds, chili pepper, and macadamia nuts; mix well. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

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PREP 15 mins
READY IN 2 hrs 15 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 07, 2004

FANTASTIC. I would recommend halving the amount of soy, so you can enjoy the delicate flavor of the tuna. I used 1/4 cup of soy/teriyaki sauce (for 1 pound of tuna) and it was the perfect amount. I too omitted the nuts and instead of red pepper I dusted a little wasabi powder over the top. I served with sticky rice, a cucumber salad, and sake, and my boyfriend and I enjoyed a wonderful little Japanese dinner at home. Thank you for the recipe!!!

—TRUCKERDOO

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 07, 2007

Poke does not have mac nuts in it. NEVER. The native "kukui nut" is some times added after it has been made into a preparation called "inamona." It does not taste like mac nuts. Leave out the mac nuts and add only enough shoyu to coat the fish and you'll have a modern rendition on poke. The more traditional poke is made from raw fish, sea-salt, inamona, and seaweed.

—Hawaii808

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Jan 07, 2004

Yummy! I ommitted the macadamia nuts but all in all it was pretty good! 1 cup of soy sauce was a bit too much, as well as the 3/4 cup of green onions so i reduced it. But if you're a sashimi lover here's a recipe for you!

—MINKCHAN

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Feb 09, 2006

Aloha! Very ono recipe. A few suggestions: serve on thinly sliced green & red cabbage, side orders(small bowls of the following: wasabi, use low-sodium soy sauce (we like Aloha shoyu), red Hawaiian chili pepper water, side dish of inamona (kukui nuts), sliced pickled Maui onion and ogo (seaweed).

—oheloai

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Nov 29, 2010

Having just returned from Hawaii we were still hungry for Ahi Poke which we ate there several times. I found this recipe and tried it and it was wonderful. Reducing the soy sauce was a great suggestion that I used. I toasted white and black sesame seeds and added them. I also made a light wasabe sauce to drizzle over the top, which is what we had in Hawaii and it really makes it pop. I will definitely be making this one when I get the craving again. Serving it is martini glasses is a really fun way to make an impression. A KEEPER.

—Donna

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Jun 27, 2005

This is simply divine! I made the recipe exactly as written to be able to give it a fair review. Not fair to make changes and then rate "my" recipe. I have made this several times since trying the suggestions of other reviewers. Always turns out great. I just don't think that you could ruin this!

—BAJATHECAT

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Nov 13, 2003

YUMMY! I use to get this at a sushi bar, and now I can make it at home! It's delicious! Try it over sticky rice! I took out the macadamia nuts (which I really don't care for) but I added cucumber and boiled octopus and it is exactly the way they serve it at my favorite sushi bar!

—NENNNY

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Nov 30, 2010

Using fresh ahi this is great.

—kathy

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Nutrition

Calories
396 kcal
20%

Carbohydrates
8.6 g
3%

Cholesterol
102 mg
34%

Fat
13.7 g
21%

Fiber
2.2 g
9%

Protein
58.4 g
117%

Sodium
3696 mg
148%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Ahi Poke Basic

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 396
Calories from Fat: 124

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.7g 21 %
Saturated Fat 2.2g 11 %
Cholesterol 102mg 34 %
Sodium 3696mg 148 %
Potassium 1270mg 36 %
Total Carbohydrates 8.6g 3 %
Dietary Fiber 2.2g 9 %
Protein 58.4g 117 %
Sugars 2g
Vitamin A 25 %
Vitamin C 13 %
Calcium 11 %
Iron 38 %
** Thiamin 109 %
Niacin 271 %
Vitamin B6 140 %
Magnesium 58 %
Folate 17 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.