Sesame Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl
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
- 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: 1bowlCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 24gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 520mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
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