Spicy Tuna Bowl Recipe: Twist on Sushi

Ingredients:

For the Rice:

• 1 cup sushi rice (or brown rice for a healthier option)
• 1 ¼ cups water
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
• ½ teaspoon salt

For the Spicy Tuna:

• 8 oz sushi-grade tuna, diced
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (use vegan mayo for dairy-free)
• 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce (use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
• 1 green onion, finely chopped
• ½ avocado, diced (optional)

For Toppings:

• 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 small carrot, grated or julienned
• 1 sheet nori, cut into strips (optional)
• Sesame seeds
• Additional green onions, chopped
• Pickled ginger (optional)
• Wasabi (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Rice:

   • Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
   • In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
   • Remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 10 minutes. In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved, then fold this mixture into the rice.

2. Make the Spicy Tuna:

   • In a medium bowl, combine the diced tuna, mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onion. Mix well and adjust seasoning to taste.

3. Assemble the Bowl:

   • In a serving bowl, place a generous scoop of the prepared rice.
   • Top with the spicy tuna mixture.
   • Arrange cucumber, carrot, and avocado around the bowl.
   • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and additional green onions.
   • Add nori strips, pickled ginger, and wasabi, if desired.

4. Serve:

   • Enjoy your Spicy Tuna Roll Bowl immediately!

This bowl is versatile, so feel free to add or substitute any toppings you like. Enjoy!