Best 6 Maui Style Ahi Poke Recipes

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Maui-style ahi poke is a traditional Hawaiian dish that has become popular worldwide. It is a delicious and versatile appetizer or main course that can be enjoyed in various ways. The dish is made with fresh ahi tuna, which is cut into small pieces and marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, and other seasonings. The result is a flavorful and tender dish bursting with umami. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for making Maui-style ahi poke, using different variations of ingredients and techniques to create a unique and unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHEF JOHN'S HAWAIIAN-STYLE AHI POKE



Chef John's Hawaiian-Style Ahi Poke image

The technique for making poke is so basic that even the most inexperienced cooks can get something close to what they'd get in a restaurant. But the one catch is you have to use only the freshest possible tuna, even if that means frozen.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
⅓ cup thinly sliced green onions, plus more for serving
2 tablespoons crushed, roasted macadamia nuts
1 tablespoon finely crumbled dried seaweed
½ teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1 pound sushi-grade ahi (yellowfin) tuna, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
1 dash Lemon juice, lime juice, or seasoned rice vinegar

Steps:

  • Whisk soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, sliced onions, macadamia nuts, seaweed, pepper flakes, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Place cubed tuna into bowl. Pour in marinade and stir to distribute evenly. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours. Mix again.
  • Serve topped with toasted sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of lemon or lime juice, or seasoned rice vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Cholesterol 51.1 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1196.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

MAUI AHI POKE



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Here is a simple delicious recipe that will amaze your friends and family. If you love Sashimi you will die over this recipe. Give it a try and let me know what you think. I have never met anyone who hasn't asked me for the recipe. Enjoy and A Hui Hou (Until we meet again)!

Provided by Mauisurfer

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs fresh ahi tuna
1 small round onion, julienne cut (Maui Onions preferred)
3 green onions, diced
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated fresh ginger
3 finely diced garlic cloves
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon Chinese chili sauce (Rooster Brand)
1 teaspoon hawaiian sea salt or 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Cut Ahi into at least 1/2" cubes - set aside & refrigerate.
  • Combine all other ingredients in a large glass bowl & refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • When ready to serve toss Ahi and other ingredients together.
  • Serve on chilled platter with chopsticks or toothpicks.

HAWAIIAN AHI POKE



Hawaiian Ahi Poke image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 to 5 pounds raw Ahi tuna, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup sesame oil
1 tablespoon Hawaiian sea salt
1/2 long seedless cucumber, cored and diced
1/2 sweet onion, diced
4 ounces ogo seaweed, coarsely chopped, or any finely shredded dry seaweed
1/2 cup inamona (roasted kukui nut), or any finely crushed nut
1 teaspoon red chile flakes
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon hot sauce

Steps:

  • Add tuna and sesame oil to a large mixing bowl. Gently mix until all the fish is coated in oil. Sprinkle salt evenly across the fish. Add the cucumber, onion, ogo, inamona, chile flakes, garlic and hot sauce and thoroughly mix until ingredients are evenly dispersed. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Divide into portions and serve.

AHI POKE



Ahi Poke image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 to 1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon sambal oelek
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 scallions, white and green parts separated, sliced thinly on the bias
2 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped
One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated
1/2 sweet white onion, such as Maui, julienned
1 pound ahi tuna, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2 tablespoons chopped dry-roasted macadamia nuts

Steps:

  • Combine the soy sauce, sambal, sesame oil, scallion whites, garlic, ginger and onions in a medium bowl. Toss in the tuna and let sit in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in the macadamia nuts. Plate as desired and garnish with the scallion greens.

AHI SHOYU POKE



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Make Hawaii-style ahi poke wherever you are. Here's a recipe.

Provided by kaleinani

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh ahi steaks, cut into small cubes
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup chopped Maui onion
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 chile pepper, seeded and diced
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
2 teaspoons finely chopped toasted macadamia nuts
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
sea salt to taste

Steps:

  • Combine ahi cubes, soy sauce, Maui onion, green onion, chile pepper, sesame oil, sesame seeds, macadamia nuts, ginger, and sea salt in a large bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 51.1 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1026.3 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

MAUI STYLE AHI POKE



Maui Style Ahi Poke image

This came to me after trying the local Poke which I thought had little piazaz to it. A must here is the freshest Ahi you can find. Frozen will work but I would add 2 tbls. of sweet chili sauce.

Provided by beachbumlahaina

Categories     Tuna

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb fresh ahi tuna, cubed 3/4 inch
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup green onion, chopped, save some for garnish
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 jalapeno pepper, diced
1 lime, juice of
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1 tablespoon macadamia nuts, diced fine
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, for frozen (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut the Ahi, place in a mixing bowl.
  • Add all the rest to a separate bowl and mix. Let stand about 10 minute and stir again.
  • If using frozen Ahi add chili sauce to above bowl.
  • Add to the Ahi and very gently mix, not to break up Ahi.
  • Place on a platter, garnish with the rest of the green onion.
  • Platter tips.
  • Coconuts split in half for bowls, pineapples cut in half and scooped out,save. " cut the long way top to bottom" leave top leaves in place. Save scooped pineapple for another Beachbumlahaina dish.

Tips:

  • Use the freshest ahi tuna possible. Fresh ahi tuna should be bright red and have no fishy smell.
  • Cut the ahi tuna into small cubes. This will help the marinade penetrate the fish evenly.
  • Use a variety of seasonings in your marinade. Some popular choices include soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, garlic, and ginger.
  • Marinate the ahi tuna for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This will allow the flavors to develop.
  • Serve the ahi poke over rice, or with wonton chips or crackers. You can also add toppings such as avocado, cucumber, or edamame.

Conclusion:

Ahi poke is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. It's a great way to use fresh ahi tuna, and it's also a healthy and flavorful option. With so many variations to choose from, there's sure to be an ahi poke recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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