This salmon poke bowl is an explosion of flavour and freshness on the palate. Fresh salmon, cut into cubes, is marinated in a soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey and spices, for a tasty, balanced flavour. The dish is served on a bed of brown rice and accompanied by crunchy raw vegetables for a textural contrast. The whole dish is sprinkled with chives for a touch of acidity. This recipe is perfect for fish lovers and those looking for balanced alternatives to traditional dishes. This poke bowl is also very easy to adapt to your tastes by changing the ingredients. You can also vary the protein by replacing the salmon with chicken or tofu. It’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
An easy poke bowl
Ingredients:
- 300g fresh salmon, cut into cubes
- 60ml soy sauce
- 30ml rice vinegar
- 15ml honey
- 1 chopped garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1/4 cup chives
- Salt and pepper
- Cooked brown rice to serve
- Diced raw vegetables (cucumber, avocado, carrots, etc.) to serve
Preparation :
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, chopped garlic, grated ginger and chives. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Add the salmon cubes to the bowl and toss to coat with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the brown rice.
- Place a portion of cooked rice in a bowl and add diced raw vegetables.
- Remove the salmon cubes from the marinade and drain carefully. Add them on top of the vegetables and rice. 6. Serve hot or cold.
This salmon poke bowl is a real delight, with fresh salmon marinated in Asian ingredients such as soy sauce, rice vinegar and ginger, giving it a unique flavour. Accompanied by raw vegetables and brown rice, it’s a healthy and balanced dish. This recipe is easy to adapt to your preferences, you can vary the vegetables. Change the protein by using chicken or tofu, it’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Nutritional details
Salmon: Salmon is an excellent source of protein, vitamins B and D, and omega-3.
Brown rice: Brown rice is a source of complex carbohydrates, fibre and minerals such as manganese and magnesium.
Raw vegetables: The raw vegetables used in this recipe (cucumber, avocado, carrots, etc.) are rich in fibre and vitamins.
Soy sauce: Soy sauce is high in salt, so it’s important to watch your intake if you’re on a low-salt diet.
It is important to note that this recipe is rich in protein and nutrients, but can be high in sodium depending on the amount of soy sauce used. It is therefore important to monitor your intake if you are on a low-salt diet.
More about Hawaiian pokes bowls
The poke bowl has Hawaiian origins – the word ‘poke’ or ‘poké’ means ‘to cut into pieces’ in Hawaiian – and is traditionally prepared with raw fish and local ingredients such as onion, seaweed and soy sauce. It was originally eaten by Hawaiian fishermen as a quick, nutritious meal. Over time, poke became popular in other parts of the world, particularly in the western United States and Japan, and many restaurants and fast food chains began offering modern versions of the dish. The poke bowl has become a popular dish in fusion and health food restaurants.
