Best 4 Easy Tuna Rice Bowl Recipes

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In this comprehensive culinary guide, we venture into the realm of flavors with a delectable array of tuna rice bowl recipes. From the classic simplicity of the basic tuna rice bowl to tantalizing variations featuring avocado, cucumber, and a medley of vibrant sauces, this article caters to every palate. Whether you seek a quick and easy weekday lunch or an impressive dish to grace your dinner table, these recipes promise an explosion of taste and nourishment. Embark on this culinary journey as we delve into the art of creating the perfect tuna rice bowl, a versatile and customizable dish that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

EASY TUNA RICE BOWL



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Leftover rice serves as the base of this deconstructed tuna-and-cucumber sushi roll. It makes a satisfying packed lunch and takes just 10 minutes to prepare.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup cooked rice
1 tin (5 ounces) tuna
1 hard-cooked egg, peeled and halved
1 mini cucumber, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup frozen shelled edamame, blanched in boiling water for 2 minutes, drained, and cooled
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons thinly sliced nori
2 teaspoons soy sauce, preferably low-sodium
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place rice in the bottom of a resealable container. Top with tuna, egg, cucumber, edamame, sesame seeds, and nori. For the dressing, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, and oil. Season with pepper. Keep refrigerated until 30 minutes before serving.

SPICY TUNA RICE BOWL



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What we have here is equal parts tuna and rice by weight, which for me, gives this the perfect balance between protein and starch. While this may remind some people of a fried rice dish, this is significantly lighter, and actually very low on the fat content, but that doesn't mean it's not satisfying, and like most rice dishes, it's very comforting.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
1 ½ cups water
1 (7 ounce) jar tuna packed in olive oil
½ cup finely diced red bell pepper
¼ cup finely diced jalapeno pepper
¼ cup finely sliced green onions
⅓ cup seasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
½ teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons Sriracha hot sauce
½ lemon, juiced, or to taste
1 pinch Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru), or to taste
1 teaspoon finely sliced green onion, or to taste

Steps:

  • Pour rice into a heavy pot and add water; swirl to allow rice to settle. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat; do not stir. Reduce heat to low, cover, and continue to simmer for 15 minutes.
  • While rice is cooking, place tuna into a large mixing bowl and break up with your hands or a fork. Toss in red bell pepper, jalapeno, 1/4 cup green onions, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, Sriracha, and lemon juice. Mix with a fork until thoroughly combined.
  • Turn off heat and let rice sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Fluff rice with a fork to separate the grains and break up any large clumps; transfer into the mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly with a spoon until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold like a rice salad, topped with red pepper flakes and 1 teaspoon green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583 calories, Carbohydrate 83 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 37.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1494.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

TUNA MAYO RICE BOWL



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This homey dish takes comforting canned tuna to richer, silkier heights. Mayonnaise helps to hold the tuna together and toasted sesame oil lends incomparable nuttiness. You can adjust the seasonings to your taste: Use as much or as little soy sauce as you'd like for a savory accent. You can lean into the nuttiness of this rice bowl by sowing the top with toasted sesame seeds, or amp up the savoriness with furikake or scallions. A staple of home cooking in Hawaii and South Korea (where it is sometimes called deopbap), this simple meal is a workday workhorse.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, snack, grains and rice, seafood, main course

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (5-ounce) can tuna (preferably any variety stored in oil), well drained
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1 cup cooked white rice (preferably short- or medium-grain)
Toasted white or black sesame seeds, furikake or chopped scallions, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir the tuna, mayonnaise, sesame oil and soy sauce to combine.
  • Add the white rice to a bowl and spoon the tuna mixture on top. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds, furikake or scallions, if using.

TUNA POKE BOWLS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups sushi rice
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup frozen shelled edamame
3 scallions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
1 pound sushi-grade tuna, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 English cucumber, peeled and finely chopped
Toasted sesame seeds, for topping

Steps:

  • Rinse the rice in a strainer until the water runs clear. Bring 2 cups water, the rice and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Let sit, covered, 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the vinegar, sugar and 1 teaspoon salt in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave until the sugar is dissolved, 30 seconds to 1 minute; stir. Transfer the rice to a large bowl. Add the vinegar mixture and stir with a rubber spatula until the rice is fluffy but still sticky, 2 to 3 minutes; let cool completely.
  • Bring a small saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the edamame and cook until tender and bright green, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool.
  • Combine the scallions, lime juice, orange juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add the tuna and edamame and stir to coat; season with salt. Divide the rice among bowls and top with the tuna mixture and cucumber. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, sushi-grade tuna for the best flavor and texture. Choose a good quality rice, such as Japanese short-grain rice or jasmine rice.
  • Cook the rice correctly: Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove the starch. Cook the rice according to the package directions.
  • Make the sauce ahead of time: The sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the bowls.
  • Use a variety of toppings: Get creative with your toppings! Some popular options include avocado, cucumber, edamame, carrots, and seaweed. You can also add a fried egg or some crumbled tofu for extra protein.
  • Serve immediately: Tuna rice bowls are best served fresh. Enjoy them as soon as they're assembled.

Conclusion:

Tuna rice bowls are a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. They're also a great way to use up leftover rice and tuna. With a little creativity, you can create endless variations of tuna rice bowls that will please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tuna rice bowls a try!

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