Name: Sesame Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked short-grain white rice (sushi rice preferred); 1 (5 oz) can tuna in water, drained well; 2 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie preferred); 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha (adjust to taste); 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 1 green onion, finely chopped (plus more for garnish); 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds or toasted sesame seeds; 1/4 cucumber, thinly sliced or julienned (optional); 1/4 avocado, sliced (optional); Shredded roasted seaweed (nori); Pinch of red pepper flakes or togarashi (optional, for extra heat)

Description

Say goodbye to boring meals—this Sesame Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl is a flavor-packed, quick meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Creamy, spicy tuna sits on a bed of fluffy sushi rice and is topped with crisp cucumbers, green onions, sesame seeds, and nori strips. Whether you’re craving an easy dinner, a healthy snack, or fast food ideas, this easy recipe brings restaurant-style taste straight to your home in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups cooked short-grain white rice (sushi rice preferred)

1 (5 oz) can tuna in water, drained well

2 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie preferred)

1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha (adjust to taste)

1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

1 teaspoon soy sauce

1 green onion, finely chopped (plus more for garnish)

1 tablespoon black sesame seeds or toasted sesame seeds

1/4 cucumber, thinly sliced or julienned (optional)

1/4 avocado, sliced (optional)

Shredded roasted seaweed (nori)

Pinch of red pepper flakes or togarashi (optional, for extra heat)

Instructions

1. If using uncooked rice, cook 1 1/2 cups short-grain white rice according to package instructions and let it cool slightly.

2. In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, Japanese mayonnaise, Sriracha, sesame oil, soy sauce, and chopped green onion. Mix until creamy.

3. Scoop rice into a bowl and top with the spicy tuna mixture.

4. Add sliced cucumber, avocado, extra green onions, and shredded nori.

5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and a pinch of red pepper flakes or togarashi, if desired.

6. Drizzle with extra soy sauce or sesame oil if you like.

7. Serve immediately and enjoy while warm.

Notes

For best results, use Japanese mayo and short-grain sushi rice.

Drain tuna thoroughly to avoid a watery mix.

Add toppings like pickled ginger or wasabi for a flavor twist.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 520
Fat: 21
Saturated Fat: 3
Unsaturated Fat: 15
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 32
Fiber: 2
Protein: 24
Cholesterol: 35

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