Introduction
Sometimes the best meals are the ones you can share quietly with someone special. When cooking for two, you want something simple yet impressive—something that shows care without taking all night in the kitchen.
This Poke Bowl for Two is just that. Inspired by Hawaii but embraced in many Filipino homes, it’s fresh, colorful, and flexible. You don’t need complicated techniques—just good rice, sashimi-grade fish, and a mix of toppings you love. In less than 30 minutes, you can put together an easy poke bowl recipe that feels like a treat but is simple enough for any night.
Easy Poke Bowl Recipe for Two
Ingredients
Set A – Rice
- 1 cup sushi rice or Japanese short-grain rice
- Water for washing and cooking
Set B – Sushi Rice Seasoning
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Pinch of salt
Set C – Spicy Mayo Sauce
- 3 tbsp Japanese mayonnaise
- 1 tsp sriracha
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic grated
Set D – Tuna Marinade
- 200 g sashimi-grade tuna or salmon, diced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp spring onions chopped
Set E – Toppings
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1/2 cucumber sliced thin
- 1/2 ripe mango diced
- Nori sheets cut into strips
- Extra spring onions for garnish
Instructions
Set A – Cook the Rice
- Wash the sushi rice 3–5 times until water runs clear.
- Cook in a rice cooker or pot with the right water ratio.
- Once cooked, leave in “warm” mode for 10–15 minutes to allow moisture to settle.
Set B – Prepare the Seasoning
- In a small pan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Warm gently until sugar dissolves. Do not boil.
- Set aside to cool slightly.
- Fold seasoning gently into the cooked rice. Cover and let rest.
Set C – Make the Spicy Mayo
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and grated garlic.
- Mix well and keep chilled until ready to use.
Set D – Marinate the Tuna
- Dice sashimi-grade tuna into bite-sized cubes.
- Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and spring onions.
- Add tuna and marinate briefly for about 10 minutes only. Do not over-marinate to preserve texture.
Set E – Assemble the Bowl
- Place seasoned rice in bowls as the base.
- Arrange avocado, cucumber, mango, and marinated tuna on top.
- Drizzle with spicy mayo.
- Garnish with nori strips and spring onions.
Simpol Cooking Notes
- Always use sashimi-grade fish from a trusted supplier. It’s specially prepared to be safe for raw consumption.
- Keep your rice fluffy yet sticky—washing off the excess starch is key.
- Don’t marinate fish for too long; 10 minutes is just right to keep the texture tender.
- No tuna? No problem. Use salmon, shrimp, or even tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Add your own toppings: edamame, pickled radish, or even local fruits for a Filipino touch. This easy poke bowl recipe for two allows you to add your favorite ingredients easily.
- For a lighter option, swap sushi rice with cauliflower rice.
Simple, colorful, and full of life—this poke bowl proves that cooking at home can be just as fun, fresh, and festive as eating out. This easy poke bowl recipe for two is perfect for two, but easy enough to make just for yourself.
