Sushi-Style Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl with Avocado and Sesame

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A vibrant bowl featuring diced spicy tuna sashimi marinated in chili mayo atop steamed sushi rice with creamy avocado and toasted sesame seeds. This japanese ready in about 15 minutes pairs mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 8 oz diced sushi-grade tuna with 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce, and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Mix gently until evenly coated and refrigerate for 10 minutes to marinate.
  2. Step 2: In a separate small bowl, stir 1 tbsp rice vinegar into 2 cups warm cooked sushi rice, fluffing gently with a fork to season and cool slightly.
  3. Step 3: Divide the seasoned sushi rice between two bowls. Arrange 1 sliced medium avocado and half of the spicy tuna mixture on top of each bowl.
  4. Step 4: Garnish each bowl with 2 thinly sliced scallions, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 1 sheet nori cut into strips, and 1 tbsp pickled ginger. Serve with wasabi paste on the side if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sushi-Style Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl with Avocado and Sesame take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sushi-Style Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl with Avocado and Sesame?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mayonnaise from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sushi-Style Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl with Avocado and Sesame?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sushi-Style Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl with Avocado and Sesame for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sushi-Style Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl with Avocado and Sesame?

Japanese japanese like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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