What is the best place to vacation that doesn't require a passport???? I'll give you a hint...toasty white sand, beautiful ocean that is just as blue as the sky, hot chicks in grass skirts, whole roast pig, and (you guessed it) ahi poke! For those of us who are not able to fly to Hawaii in a moments notice here is something we can do at home to help us get into the island mood! Pull out those bright blue umbrella drinks, floral sarongs, and the raw fish. Oh, yes, I said it! What better way to enjoy that pina colada than with a delicious bowl of ahi poke? The only downside to this incredibly simple to make dish is the cost. Sashimi grade fish of any kind can be a bit pricey. So clip those coupons and recycle those cans...it will all be worth it once that amazing bite of soy sauce soaked ahi melts in your mouth!
In a medium sized combine 1 1/2 - 2 lbs. of fresh sashimi grade ahi (make sure it is fresh and sashimi grade...otherwise the after effects won't be pretty by any means!) cubed, 1/2 - 1 c. of soy sauce depending on how soupy you like your poke, 3/4 c. chopped green onions, 2 tbs. of sesame oil, 1 tbs. sesame seeds, and 1 tbs. crushed red pepper flake (this can be omitted if the heat is too much for you) and mix well. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving. I like to give it a mix every half hour or so to ensure that it marinates evenly.
Alright friends...the next time you are in the mood to hula, but can't quite make the 5 hour flight whip some of this up with a little macaroni salad and let the island come to you!
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