11 Poke Recipes: The Hawaiian Dish That Conquered the World

Increasingly popular, poke is a Hawaiian recipe based on raw fish. Everything indicates that it was originally created for fishermen to serve the fish they had caught in the freshest way possible.

It is a healthy, light and easy to prepare dish, usually served in a bowl or pot. Currently, it is very popular here in Brazil, especially by lovers of Japanese food (since it contains many ingredients used in this cuisine, such as raw salmon or tuna, Gohan rice, among others). There are even those who call poke “temaki in the bowl”.

Although there are some more traditional recipes, the secret to making a good poke today is actually getting creative and putting together the dish with your favorite ingredients. Get inspired by delicious versions:

1. Simple Salmon Poke

Good option for a low carb diet as this poke only takes fish and vegetables! An important guideline is, when buying salmon, ask to remove all the skin, fat and bones. This makes it much easier to cut into cubes at the time of preparation. And of course, it is very important to choose fresh fish! Check the full recipe

2. Salmon Poke with Cabbage

Recipe that shows that it’s not just the ingredients that make up a good poke… The sauce used also makes a difference! To make it, you will use sesame oil and soy sauce (shoyu), but you can also add wasabi, grated ginger and lemon juice. Check out the recipe here.

3. Salmon Poke with Brown Rice

For a complete, light and delicious meal! You will only use brown rice, fresh salmon, chopped red onion, fresh chives, light soy sauce, sesame, sesame oil and avocado. Great choice for the hottest days! Check step by step.

4. Salmon poke with avocado

A modern and enhanced version. You will use diced fresh salmon, onion, chives, Hawaiian salt, pickled ginger, soy sauce, avocado, unseasoned Gohan rice, pepperoni, sesame and seaweed. Check out the full recipe!

5. Salmon poke with a pinch of pepper

A basic version that, in addition to salmon and avocado, is made with Japanese rice (the one used in sushi), among other ingredients that add a lot of flavor! Chopped fresh coriander is used to decorate, but those who don’t like it can remove it without harming the final result of the recipe! Check it out step by step.

6. Tuna Poke with Chili Pepper

For pepper lovers, this is a hit version! The ingredients are: diced fresh tuna, red onion, hydrated wakame seaweed, chopped chives, chives, soy sauce, sesame oil, Japanese rice and tomatoes (for garnish). Check out the detailed recipe.

7. Salmon Poke with Rice Noodles

The preparation has no secrets, but this poke gets the special touch of rice noodles (bifum) and peas. The result is a light, complete and refreshing meal. The recipe is worth writing down!

8. Salmon Poke with Mango Salad

A light, quick and delicious dish. For the mango salad, you will only use the fruit, pepper, red onion, parsley and lemon. Japanese rice is used to make poke. And, to accompany, the tip is to also serve the sunomono. Check out the entire recipe here!

9. Tuna Poke

Poke made with cubed raw tuna. In addition to it, you will need Japanese rice, avocado, as well as tomatoes to decorate and sunomono to serve together! Ideal for a light and flavorful meal. Write down the recipe!

10. Tuna Poke with Algae

A very traditional version in Hawaii. It is made with tuna, sesame oil, hijiki seaweed, macadamia nuts, chopped chives, Hawaiian salt, unseasoned Japanese rice and pepperoni. The measurements are in the recipe, but the quantities of the ingredients can also be placed according to each person’s taste. Check out the recipe here in this video!

11. Poke with pineapple

You can make this poke with tuna or salmon. In addition to fish, you will use rice, red onion, Japanese cucumber, diced pineapple, seaweed cut into strips, wasabi, avocado, leeks, chives, sprouts, soy sauce, sesame seeds, coconut flakes, sesame oil, olive oil and pepper. -of Kingdom. See the recipe here.

Good tip especially for lovers of Japanese cuisine, despite the recipe being Hawaiian: now you know that poke is easier to make than sushi, it’s usually healthier and it’s just as delicious!