Sushi can feel like a treat, but making rolls at home can be a bit much on a weekday. Enter the Spicy Tuna Sushi Bowl—a deconstructed, lunch-friendly version of your favorite spicy tuna roll that skips the rolling but keeps all the flavor. It’s bold, customizable, and surprisingly quick to make.
The base is a bowl of short-grain rice (sushi or jasmine works great) topped with chopped spicy tuna, sliced avocado, crunchy cucumber, shredded carrots, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Drizzle with sriracha mayo or soy sauce, and you’ve got a meal that’s flavorful, filling, and just a little bit fancy.
What makes this lunch so easy is that you can prep most of it ahead of time. Cook your rice in bulk, mix the spicy mayo once, and keep your toppings ready to go. When it’s time to eat, just layer it all up in a bowl and dig in. It’s also easy to pack for lunch—just store the sauce separately and drizzle it on right before eating.
Don’t have sushi-grade tuna? No problem. Use canned tuna mixed with sriracha and mayo for a budget-friendly take. Craving a vegetarian version? Try spicy tofu or a chopped chickpea salad instead. This bowl is all about flavor and flexibility.
So if you love sushi but want it fast, this spicy tuna bowl hits the spot—no bamboo mat required.
Spicy Tuna Sushi Bowl Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cooked sushi rice or jasmine rice
- 4 oz sushi-grade tuna (or canned tuna), chopped
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Optional: soy sauce, pickled ginger, nori strips
Instructions:
- Prepare the Spicy Tuna:
Mix chopped tuna with mayo and sriracha in a small bowl. Set aside. - Assemble the Bowl:
In a serving bowl, add warm rice. Top with spicy tuna, avocado slices, cucumber, and carrots. - Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Drizzle with soy sauce or more sriracha mayo if desired. Garnish with ginger or seaweed strips.
Fresh, spicy, and beautifully balanced—this sushi bowl delivers all the restaurant vibes, no reservation required.
