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Elevate your culinary experience with this stunning and delicious poke tower recipe. Perfect for impressing guests or simply enjoying a gourmet meal at home, this poke tower combines fresh, high-quality ingredients into a beautiful and flavorful dish.
Poke Tower Variations
Tuna Poke Tower
- This variation focuses on the rich and vibrant flavor of ahi tuna. Increase the amount of tuna and pair it with complementary ingredients like cucumber and seaweed.
Salmon Poke Tower
- Substitute ahi tuna with more sushi-grade salmon. The buttery texture of salmon adds a delicious twist to the traditional poke tower.
Hawaiian Poke Tower
- Incorporate traditional Hawaiian poke ingredients such as diced pineapple, macadamia nuts, and a splash of soy sauce. This variation brings a tropical flair to your poke tower.
Tofu Poke
- For a vegetarian option, replace the fish with firm tofu. Marinate the tofu in soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of ginger for a flavorful and satisfying poke tower.
Tuna Poke Tower Servings
Individual Servings
- Perfect for meal prep. Divide the ingredients into individual towers, which can be stored in the fridge for a quick and healthy meal option.
Family Style
- Serve the ingredients in larger quantities, allowing each person to build their own poke tower. This interactive meal setup is great for family dinners and gatherings.
Party Platter
- Create a poke tower bar with various ingredients and toppings. Guests can customize their towers, making it a fun and engaging party dish.
Appetizer
- Serve small portions of the poke tower on individual plates as an elegant appetizer. This presentation is perfect for dinner parties and special occasions.
Lunch Box
- Pack a poke tower in a lunch container for a nutritious and eye-catching meal at work or school. Layer the ingredients in a mason jar for easy transport and assembly.
Enjoy this versatile and flavorful poke tower recipe, perfect for any occasion and easily adaptable to your personal preferences. This dish not only supports a healthy lifestyle but also ensures you never compromise on taste.
Poke Tower
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups cooked sushi rice (or jasmine rice)
Glutinous rice is recommended because the rice is sticky and forms a solid base.
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1/2 lb sushi grade salmon, diced
- 1/3 lb sushi grade ahi tuna, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 3/4 cup diced mango
- 1 tablespoon chili flakes in oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon tamari
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced on a bias
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1/3 lb poke crab meat
(shredded crab)
- 4 asparagus spears, steamed and sliced on a bias
Glutinous rice is recommended because the rice is sticky and forms a solid base.
(shredded crab)How to Make a Delicious Poke Tower
Step 1
Step 1: Prepare the Asparagus
- Place asparagus pieces in a microwavable safe bowl with a lid.
- Add 1/4 cup water, cover, and microwave for no more than 1 minute to soften. The pieces should be a vibrant green color and crisp-tender.
- Remove the asparagus from the bowl and place it in the fridge to chill with the rest of the ingredients.
Step 2
Step 2: Mix Mango and Avocado
- In a bowl, mix together the diced mango and ripe avocado.
- Ensure your avocado is ripe; the creaminess helps keep the slippery mango from falling out of the tower once the can or springform pans are removed.
Step 3
Step 3: Prepare the Form
- Use a mini springform pan or an empty large, tall can (like a garbanzo bean can).
- If using a can, remove the top and bottom, thoroughly wash it, and lightly grease the inside with avocado or sesame oil (or any oil except coconut oil).
- You may need to stack two springform pans or cans to create a tall tower.
Step 4
Step 4: Marinate the Tuna
- In a bowl, mix all the ingredients for the tuna together: diced ahi tuna, chili flakes in oil, sesame oil, tamari, and green onion.
- Set aside in the fridge to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
Step 5
Step 5: Assemble the Tower
- Add each ingredient to the pan or can, starting with the rice. Gently pat down each ingredient so that it becomes compact and solid.
- Pro tip: When slicing the tuna and salmon, reserve about 1/3 cup of each cubed fish, then mince them separately using a knife. The mince will be sticky and perfect for keeping the fish together in the pans and cans.
Step 6
Step 6: Add Final Layers and Chill
- Top with the asparagus slices.
- Place the tower in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to help it maintain its shape. While the tower chills, prepare the spicy mayo sauce (recipe below).
Step 7
Step 7: Remove the Form
- Carefully and gently remove the springform pans or the can from the tower, placing the tower on a large plate.
- Drizzle with spicy mayo sauce and gently mash and mix using a fork.
- Serve with a seaweed salad or garden salad, or as an appetizer for a meal at a get-together or party.
Macros
Spicy Mayo Sauce for Poke
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons reduced fat mayo with olive oil
- 3 tablespoons tamari
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon mirin *
- juice from 1 lime
- 1/4 cup water (or more/less for consistency)
Steps
Step 1
Add all ingredients together in a bowl or measuring cup and whisk until smooth.
Season to taste with lime, tamari, ginger, or water; just remember to account for any added sodium.
Step 2
Enjoy with poke or add some rice vinegar to make a creamy dressing for a salad!