Tuna Poke Tower Recipe

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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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.

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.

Enjoy with poke or add some rice vinegar to make a creamy dressing for a salad!