Hawaiian Maui Ahi Poke Recipe - Ethnic Foods R Us

Maui Ahi Poke is sort of the Hawaiian version of a sashimi salad. Featuring fresh caught, raw salmon, this is a delightful, tasty and zingy salad.

(Photo Attributed to Author: Janine from Mililani, Hawaii, United States)

2 lb. fresh, wild caught, sushi grade ahi tuna
1 Maui sweet onion, peeled and julienned (Maui Onions are far preferred for authenticity and the flavor they have)
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 tsp. freshly grated ginger root
4 large cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 tbsp. sesame oil
1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp. Chinese chili sauce
1 tsp. Hawaiian sea salt

Chop your Ahi into bite sized cubes – I prefer large cubes, about 1″, but others prefer smaller, this is up to your personal preference. Place the cubes in a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least half an hour.
In another, larger bowl, combine all other ingredients, stirring to incorporate thoroughly. Cover this bowl and also refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Also, place your serving dishes in the fridge for at least 20 minutes before serving. Or you could place them in the freezer for about 5 minutes.
When you are ready to serve your Maui Ahi Poke, put the Ahi cubes into the same bowl with the other ingredients, and everything together well.
Serve on chilled platters with chopsticks.

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