• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Nourished Kitchen

  • Philosophy
  • Recipes
  • Cookbooks
  • Shop
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Start Here
  • Recipes
  • Cookbooks
  • Shop
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Start Here
    • Recipes
    • Cookbooks
    • Shop
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×

    » Home » Recipes » Sustainable Seafood Recipes » Albacore Tuna Poke

    Albacore Tuna Poke

    Posted: Jul 24, 2015 · Updated: Jul 21, 2022 by Jenny McGruther · This site earns income from ads, affiliate links, and sponsorships.

    We eat a fair amount of seafood in my home: albacore tuna, black cod, salmon, spot shrimp and fresh oysters, particularly now that we live near the sea, but it's something I've always valued serving my family as seafood packs powerful nutrition as it's rich in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, vitamins and minerals, and provides a nice balance to meat-heavy fare.

    Jump to Recipe

    Tuna poke ingredients

    What is Poke?

    Poke is a traditional fish dish from Hawaii, where fresh tuna is chopped coarsely, mixed with other ingredients like macadamia nuts, green onions, and seaweed, and seasoned with soy sauce.  It's light, fresh and delicious served over rice.

    I often serve poke in the summer months when I don't feel like heating up the kitchen with the stove and oven and need something satisfying but light at the same time.

    Albacore has a lean, clean flavor and faint butteriness that pairs.  Its leanness means that it benefits from minimal cooking, which keeps it moist instead of dry, and it's that very leanness that makes it a solid choice for something like poke.

    Why I Choose Sustainable, Wild-Caught Fish

    Fish is extraordinarily rich in wholesome nutrition, particularly omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, minerals, and quality protein.  It's a staple in our home, but I'm likewise concerned, like many of you are, about overfishing, and general sustainability.

    Techniques like fishing from sustainably managed fisheries, like those in Alaska, as well as fishing for one fish at a time using old-fashioned hook-and-line techniques ensure that bycatch is minimized and fish populations can continue to proliferate.  For my part, I want some sort of guarantee, and that's why I like to buy my fish straight from a cooperative of men and women who catch them.

    Rate this Recipe
    5 from 1 vote

    Albacore Tuna Poke

    The mellow buttery flavor of albacore tuna and avocado blend beautifully well with the sweet crunch of macadamia nuts and the pleasant biting heat of jalapeno and red chile flakes. This quick supper comes together in about five minutes, making it an easy choice for summertime.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Print Save RecipeSaved! Click to Remove Ads

    Ingredients

    • ¾ pound albacore tuna medallions
    • 1 avocado
    • 3 green onions
    • 1 jalapeño
    • ¼ cup macadamia nuts
    • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
    • 2 tablespoons naturally fermented soy sauce
    • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
    • 2 tablespoons orange juice
    • ¼ teaspoon red chile flakes
    • steamed rice to serve

    Instructions

    • Chop the albacore into half-inch cubes, and toss them into a bowl. Split the avocado, pull out its pit and then chop the meat of the avocado into half-inch cubes, tossing them into the bowl with the albacore. Slice the green onions and jalapeno thinly and toss them into the bowl. Chop the macadamia nuts finely, and add them to the bowl. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the tuna.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk the soy sauce, sesame oil, orange juice and chile flakes together. Drizzle the sauce over the tuna and other poke ingredients, and then toss it all together until well-mixed and evenly coated.
    • Serve immediately over steamed rice.
    Rate this recipe!If you loved this recipe, give it a rating. Let us know what works, what didn't and whether you made any adjustments that can help other cooks.
    « Sprouted Whole Grain Blueberry Muffins
    What is ancient wheat? »

    Primary Sidebar

    Reader Favorites

    • Wild Mushroom Pâté
    • Rose Water
    • How to Make CBD Oil
    • Easy Sourdough Starter
    • Bone Broth
    • Easy Fermented Hot Sauce

    In Season Now

    • Cauliflower Tabbouleh
    • Brussels Sprout Slaw
    • Einkorn Apple Cake
    • Pomegranate Spritzer

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    Cooking Club

    • Join the Club
    • Meal Plans + Downloads
    • Sign-in

    Seasonal Cooking

    • Soup Recipes
    • Stew Recipes
    • Winter Vegetable Recipes
    • Winter Fruit Recipes

    Connect

    • About
    • FAQ
    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • Instagram

    Privacy Policy + Disclaimer + Terms and Conditions + Affiliate Disclosure + Copyright Notice + Accessibility

    Copyright © 2023 Nourished Media LLC. All rights reserved.