Dan's Shiso Poke Recipe

Name: Dan's Shiso Poke
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds ahi tuna (or any sushi grade tuna or firm meat sashimi); 4 tablespoons sesame oil; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 4 teaspoons mirin; 2 Hawaiian red chiles (can substitute Thai, etc.) finely chopped; 3/4 cup chopped scallions (reserve some for serving); 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (reserve some for serving); 2 to 3 cloves garlic minced; 1 bunch fresh shiso sliced (reserve whole leaf per serving); 6 whole nori sheets and 6 half-sheets, toasted; Kosher salt/ground pepper to taste; Hot pepper sauce

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds ahi tuna (or any sushi grade tuna or firm meat sashimi)
4 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 cup soy sauce
4 teaspoons mirin
2 Hawaiian red chiles (can substitute Thai, etc.) finely chopped
3/4 cup chopped scallions (reserve some for serving)
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (reserve some for serving)
2 to 3 cloves garlic minced
1 bunch fresh shiso sliced (reserve whole leaf per serving)
6 whole nori sheets and 6 half-sheets, toasted
Kosher salt/ground pepper to taste
Hot pepper sauce

1
Combine ingredients in bowl and cover.
2
Refrigerate for 1/2 hour.
3
Lay whole shiso leaf on plate.
4
Place a scoop of poke on shiso.
5
Then place a scoop of hot rice next to poke.
6
Place a half sheet of toasted nori vertically between poke and rice.
7
Sprinkle sesame seeds, chopped scallions, and shiso.
8
(can be served with sliced cucumber in light ponzu vinaigrette or could work with June's okra.)
9
Serve with whole nori sheets and hot pepper sauce on the side.
10
Drink Recommendations: Japanese Beer Ozeki Sake, Ginjo Premier

452

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds ahi tuna (or any sushi grade tuna or firm meat sashimi), 4 tablespoons sesame oil, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 4 teaspoons mirin, and more.

Yes, Dan's Shiso Poke falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Dan's Shiso Poke

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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