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Food52shows us how to make the newest, healthiest trend in fast food.
The first time I had apoke bowl, I was not in Hawaii.
Like I said, not Hawaii.
More:We spotted the poke trend.
Think of it as a fish-forwardgrain bowl.
Here’s How to Make a Poke Bowl in 5 Steps
1.
Place your chosen base into a medium-sized bowl.
(This is what we like to call Party Poke.)
If you’re opting for raw fish, verify it’s high-quality,from a fishmonger you trust.
If tuna isn’t your thing, go for fluke, flounder, salmon, or porgy.
If you’re opting for mix-ins (we’ll get to this soon!
), set the fish aside in a medium-sized bowl.
If you’re eating it plain, add it on top of your base.
In Hawaii, this is called Pipikaula Poke.
If you want more flavor and texture in your protein (or vegetable!
), add some mix-ins into it.
:
Once you’re all set, pile your creation on top of your base.
Any of the following work well:
5.
The final touch of a perfectly assembled poke bowl is the sauce!
Anything with ginger, soy sauce, or fish sauce, or mirin is a great option.
Even a squeeze of lime can go a long way.
Eat as soon as possible, dream of catching mad Hawaiian waves, and enjoy!
Originally written by Leslie Stephens,Food52
