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If you’re living in any of the US cities, you probably have heard of, even sampled what is fast becoming a firm trendy favorite – Poke, (pronounced Po-Kay). First of all, it’s not sushi, although it is raw fish, cubed and seasoned in the way you want it. It might come through in the States as a new trend, but inHawaii, on the exotic islands, it’s been around for years and years. In a nutshell, its unique, delicious and very healthy fish. Traditional poke in Hawaii is an oily tuna or octopus.
In Hawaii, they eat on its own or with their sushi rice. The mainland just gave it a bit of a makeover and trendy fast food joints and restaurants have made this dish their own. Far from the Hawaiian classic, the ‘new’ poke dishes will incorporate other ingredients, such as zucchini noodles, quinoas, as well as tomatoes. If you are desperate to get all trendy and invite your friends over for dinner, ensure that your fish is of a high-quality grade and doesn’t smell fishy – that you eat it soon after purchasing it. Serve it with your rice, not forgetting to cube your fish, adding the seasoning of your choice. Classic poke is actually raw Ahi tuna.
Why has poke become so popular though?
- Simply, it’s delicious!
- It goes well with wines, beers, ciders, cocktails, iced teas.
- Because travel costs are lower, more Americans and Asians went to Hawaii, tried it and want to experience ‘Hawaii” in other countries.
- Eating raw fish these days has become a trend for many and especially when it’s linked to health and not wanting to eat animals that are mammals.
- It keeps better than other raw fish such as crudo, sushi, tataki.
- Easy to make and prep ahead of time meaning low labor costs.
- It’s very ingredient focused, the better the ingredients, the better the poke.
But really, it’s to love because it’s so delicious, it’s healthy and it just reminds everybody of beautiful Hawaii!– – Enjoy This Video about Mainland Poke
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