Sesame-And-Soy Watermelon Poké Recipe

Name: Sesame-And-Soy Watermelon Poké
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 cup unseasoned rice vinegar; 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons tahini; 1 tablespoon agave nectar; 1 tablespoon ume plum vinegar (optional); Kosher salt; 2 scallions, white and pale-green parts, thinly sliced; 1 cup cilantro leaves with tender stems

Servings: persons

3 pounds seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons tahini
1 tablespoon agave nectar
1 tablespoon ume plum vinegar (optional)
Kosher salt
2 scallions, white and pale-green parts, thinly sliced
1 cup cilantro leaves with tender stems

1
Place watermelon in a large resealable plastic bag. Puree rice vinegar, oil, soy sauce, lime juice, tahini, agave nectar, and plum vinegar in a blender until smooth. Pour over watermelon, seal bag, and chill at least 4 hours and up to 1 day.
2
Heat a large skillet over medium. Remove watermelon from marinade; set marinade aside. Cook watermelon, tossing often, until lightly caramelized and dried out, 6-8 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, bring reserved marinade to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat; simmer until thickened to the consistency of heavy cream, 12-15 minutes.
4
Chill watermelon and sauce separately at least 1 hour.
5
To serve, toss watermelon with sauce; taste and season with salt as needed. Top with scallions and cilantro.
6
Watermelon and sauce can be made 12 hours ahead. Keep chilled.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1/2 cup unseasoned rice vinegar, 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Sesame-And-Soy Watermelon Poké falls under the General 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.

Sesame-And-Soy Watermelon Poké

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