- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 450 kcal
Quick summary
“Indulge in this Pumpkin Poke, a combination of flavors and textures that blends vegetables and seafood in a unique dish. Ideal for Halloween season.”
What you need to know
100% natural and healthy - Easy to prepare - Delicate pumpkin and tuna flavor - Versatile for different tastes - Delicious and nutritious
Ingredients
Main
- 300g pumpkin cut into cubes
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 1 Japanese cucumber cut into strips
- 1 grated carrot
- 100g of canned tuna (optional)
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds
- Cebolinha picada a gosto
Instructions
Principal
- On a baking sheet, place the pumpkin cubes, season with salt and a drizzle of olive oil and roast for approximately 30 minutes or until tender.
- Cook the sushi rice according to the package instructions.
- Prepare the shoyu by mixing it with the toasted sesame.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked rice with the soy sauce and sesame seeds.
- Assemble the poké by placing a layer of rice at the bottom of the bowl.
- Add the roasted squash, cucumber strips, and grated carrot on top.
- If desired, add the canned tuna for an extra touch of flavor.
- Finish with the chopped green onions and more sesame seeds if you prefer.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious combination!
Chef's tips
Add canned tuna to give an extra touch of flavor, if desired - Mix the ingredients in the bowl before assembling the poke to avoid digestive discomfort - Sprinkle more sesame seeds over the poke to give an extra touch of flavor
Variations
Add chives instead of green onions to give an extra touch of flavor - Add grated tomatoes to the poké to give a special touch - Add a little mayonnaise to give an extra touch of flavor
Substitutions
Use brown rice instead of sushi rice - Replace the cucumber with grated carrot to give a special touch - Replace the carrot with zucchini
How to store
Store for up to 3 days in a skillet - Can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 month, thaw and mix again
Can it be frozen?
Cannot be frozen directly - You can freeze the rice and other ingredients separately and mix again before serving - The consistency of the poke may be different after thawing
What to serve with
Feel free to serve with sushi rolls or barbecue skewers - For an extra touch of flavor, add a lemon and garlic sauce
Frequently asked questions
Can I add any other ingredient?
You can add green onions instead of scallions, or add grated tomatoes for a special touch to the poké.
How do I make soy sauce?
Just mix shoyu and toasted sesame.
What do I need to make this Pumpkin Poke?
You will need 300g of pumpkin, 2 cups of sushi rice, 1 Japanese cucumber, 1 carrot, 100g of canned tuna (optional), 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame, and green onions to chop.
How do I freeze this recipe?
It cannot be frozen directly, but you can freeze the rice and other ingredients separately and thaw and mix again before serving.
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