California Winter Poke

Seared ahi tuna tossed with avocados, pomegranate seeds, and ponzu sauce is served over brown rice in these California winter poke bowls.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 9 mins
• Total Time: 39 mins
• Calories: 495 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 ½ pounds fresh ahi (yellowfin) tuna loin
• 2 avocados, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• ⅓ cup pomegranate seeds
• 3 scallions, finely chopped
• ¼ cup ponzu sauce (citrus soy-based sauce)
• 1 small bunch cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 Thai chile pepper, finely chopped
• 1 ½ cups cooked brown rice

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tuna; cook until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Remove skillet and slice into 1/2-inch cubes.

Step 2

Place sesame seeds in a small skillet over medium-low heat; toast, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Combine tuna, sesame seeds, avocados, pomegranate seeds, scallions, ponzu sauce, cilantro, and Thai chile pepper in a large bowl.

Step 4

Divide brown rice among 4 serving bowls. Top with tuna mixture.