Easy Poke Sauce Recipe (2024)

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Poke Sauce Recipe – a simple, easy poke sauce recipe that you can use to create your own poke bowls right at home!

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An Easy Poke Sauce Recipe

This simple poke sauce is made with 6 real ingredients and comes together in minutes. It will add SO much flavor to your favorite poke bowl! Whether you are using salmon, tuna, or any other type of poke bowl…. this sauce is seriously delicious. You can also omit the sriracha if spicy isn’t or thing or if spicy is your thing you can add as much as you want!

What You Will Need

  • Soy sauce – a deliciously salty base of any poke sauce! You could also you coconut aminos if you are concerned about the bowl being Whole30/Paleo.
  • Sesame oil & rice vinegar – the flavors are a necessity for any soy sauce-based sauce – they all go together so well!
  • Garlic & ginger – these are all about classic flavor!
  • Lime juice – just a bit of acidity helps to bring out all the flavors.
  • Sriracha (optional) – a touch of spiciness, if you are in the mood.

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What Does Poke Sauce Taste Like?

It is a delicious blend of savoury, spicy (if you want), and sweet flavors that are so light and refreshing on any poke bowl!

How Do I Use Poke Sauce?

Simply cut up the raw fish you wish to use in your poke bowl (i.e. salmon, tuna, etc.) and place it in a bowl with your poke sauce to coat the fish. Once you have the rest of your bowl assembled, just toss in the fish + sauce and enjoy! Our favorites are a Salmon Poke Bowl or a Tuna Poke Bowl.

Storing Your Poke Sauce

You can store your poke sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

How To Make An Easy Poke Sauce

Step one – Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix, then add your cut up fish.

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Step two – Add the fish + sauce to the bowl with your other ingredients.

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Easy Poke Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Erin Jensen
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approx. 1/4 cup
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Counter Top
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
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Easy Poke Sauce Recipe – a simple, easy poke sauce recipe that you can use to create your own poke bowls right at home!

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients in a small bowl.
  2. Whisk to combine.
  3. Use in your favorite poke bowl recipe!!

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  1. Crystal says

    I love this sauce recipe. I’ve used it many times with many different types of fresh fish. And tonight I’m marinating shark in the sauce. Yum!

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  2. Kalumir says

    Thank you for the recipe. I made the easy poke sauce recipe. I found the ingredients not balanced – way too much soy sauce relative to the amount of sesame oil and citrus and too little garlic which made it very salty. I had to add lots more oil and garlic and lots of honey to balance out the flavors.

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  3. EH says

    This was SO good!

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    • Erin says

      Happy to hear it!

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  4. Lakeisha says

    Recipe came out Amazing!! Looked for the actual sauce, couldn’t find it. So, I googled the recipe yours came up, and I got the ingredients and Boom!!
    Delicious ❤️❤️

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    • Erin says

      So happy to hear that, Lakeisha!

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  5. Janet Salmon says

    All these components make a most delicious dressing – would there be available a spice mix which is dry ingredients mostly because I go hiking/fishing …

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FAQs

What is Poke Bowl sauce made of? ›

Poke Bowl Sauce: The protein in the bowl is usually marinated in a flavorful sauce, frequently made with soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, and sesame seeds. Modern and light sauces include miso sesame shoyu sauce, Ponzu lime sauce, Yuzu kosho sauce, Spicy Mayo sauce, and Black garlic gochujang sauce from Sweetfin.

What is OG sauce in a poke bowl? ›

OG Sauce. You won't find this sauce anywhere else, it is so original it even has a secret recipe! This sweet sauce is soy based and has garlic and ginger notes. We put this on pretty much everything, and that's what makes it the true OG. Gluten Free and Vegan Friendly.

What is the healthiest poke sauce? ›

One of the healthiest you can go for is miso, which is an often overlooked source of probiotics. It's a healthier choice than creamy aioli, which is high in calories and Sriracha, which could be high in sugar, too.

What is a good poke combination? ›

Poke Bowl Recipes: 8 Deliciously Healthy Restaurant Menu Ideas
  • SPICY AHI POKE. Food Network's Chef Anne Burrell fires up the taste of ahi tuna with a very spicy tuna poke recipe. ...
  • SALMON AND AVOCADO POKE. ...
  • SOUTHWESTERN AHI POKE. ...
  • SWEET BEET POKE. ...
  • RAINBOW CARROT POKE. ...
  • SALMON AND WASABI PEA POKE. ...
  • YELLOWFIN TUNA POKE.
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What is the most common poke sauce? ›

Sauces. Common dressings you'll see on menus are: sweet shoyu (soy-based, light), ponzu (soy-based, more citrusy; also “chili ponzu”), and aioli (garlic, wasabi, sriracha).

What is the base of a poke bowl? ›

Base - sushi rice is commonly used, but regular white and brown rice could also be used. Fish - The raw fish is normally tuna, but salmon and cooked prawns can also be used, or you can opt for a mixture. If you are not a fan of fish, cooked chicken or cubes of firm tofu could also be substituted.

What is Kikkoman poke sauce? ›

It is based on our naturally brewed soy sauce made according to a traditional recipe. We add toasted sesame oil, a hint of lemon and some chilli. It's umami at its finest. And the perfect flavour combination to complement the mix of raw fish and vibrant vegetables.

What is the orange stuff in poke bowls? ›

Tobiko, or flying fish roe, are those crunchy, bright-orange fish eggs pressed into the outside of California rolls. Masago come from a different fish and are smaller, less crunchy, and duller in color.

What is the orange poke sauce? ›

Made using Orange Juice, Naturally brewed Tamari Soy Sauce, A grade Maple Syrup and a touch of Toasted Sesame Oil and Ginger. This dressing is a perfect addition to your favourite dishes giving them a vibrant tang and freshness and sweetness.

What sauce is best on poke? ›

Below are four simple and tasty recipes for poké sauce:
  • Classic ponzu sauce: Serves 4. 1/2 finely chopped red chilli. 4 tbsp soy sauce. ...
  • Asian poké sauce: Serves 4. 4 tsp sesame oil. 4 tbsp soy sauce. ...
  • Spicy poké sauce: Serves 4. Grated zest of 1 lemon. Juice of 1/2 lemon. ...
  • Powerful poké sauce: Serves 4. 2 tbsp soy sauce.

Is poke bad for cholesterol? ›

Furthermore, poke bowls have been found to be beneficial for blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Studies have shown that consuming fish regularly, particularly fatty fish such as tuna, can lower the risk of heart disease by reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Is poke good for the stomach? ›

A poke (pronounced "po-kay") bowl is a quick and easy way to pack in nutrient-dense fresh produce. Carefully selecting ingredients that stimulate the production of digestive enzymes can help to ensure that you are breaking down and absorbing all that nourishing goodness!

What do Hawaiians eat with poke? ›

Some white rice or sushi rice, raw seafood, limu (seaweed) and there are many varieties eaten in Hawaii, cucumber, green onion, round, sweet or red onion, mayo, shoyu, sriracha, various pepper types, sambal oleck, sweet chili sauce, sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, nor I (dried seaweed), lettuce…

What is the best base for a poke bowl? ›

  1. Choose a base: Brown rice, coconut jasmine rice, white sushi rice, soba noodles, or leafy greens.
  2. Choose a protein: The foundation of poke is best-quality fresh raw fish. ...
  3. Choose a dressing: The fattier and firmer the fish, the more aggressive the dressing can be. ...
  4. Add the fun stuff:
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Is poke good for 3 days? ›

Since poke usually includes raw fish, it's best to consume it on the same day of purchase or preparation. Stored properly, poke can last in the fridge for up to two days.

What's poke sauce taste like? ›

Poke sauce typically consists of soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sometimes additional ingredients such as ginger, garlic, and chili flakes. These ingredients combine to create a savory, umami-rich flavor that complements the fresh fish in poke bowls.

What is the flavor of ponzu sauce? ›

A classic Japanese condiment, Ponzu Sauce is a citrus-based sauce with a tart-tangy flavor similar to a vinaigrette. It contains a mix of ponzu (citrus juice of sudachi, yuzu, and kabosu and vinegar), soy sauce, sugar or mirin, and dashi.

What is spicy poke sauce made of? ›

Most poke bowls have a spicy mayo on top. It's usually just mayo and sriracha mixed together. This is great and super simple, but I like to add tamari and a small amount of honey to balance the spiciness. The added salt and sweetness make the sauce just a little more special.

What is poke sauce used for? ›

It's a palate-pleasing blend of spicy, savoury and sweet and as well as being perfect for Poke Bowl recipes, it can be used as a table sauce, dip and dressing for salads and noodles.

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