Mānuka Honey Poke Bowl with Miso Dressing

A Fresh, Flavor-Packed Meal with a Sweet Mānuka Honey Twist

When it comes to a healthy, vibrant meal that’s packed with flavour, nothing quite hits the mark like a poke bowl. Whether you're looking for a refreshing lunch, a hearty dinner, or something in between, a Mānuka Honey poke bowl is your go-to for fresh ingredients, vibrant colours, and delicious toppings. But today, we're giving this dish a twist with a Mānuka Miso Dressing that brings out the sweet, rich undertones of our premium Mānuka honey.

This Mānuka Honey poke bowl is the perfect combination of fresh veggies, protein, and a touch of sweetness from the Mānuka honey, all brought together by the umami goodness of miso. You won’t believe how simple it is to make this delicious and nutritious dish at home. Let’s dive in!

Ingredients:

For the Mānuka Miso Dressing:

• 2 tbsp Mānuka honey (we recommend using our Mānuka Honey with a higher UMF™ rating for deeper flavour)
• 2 tbsp white miso paste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tsp garlic, minced
• 1-2 tbsp water (to thin the dressing to your desired consistency)

For the Poke Bowl:

• 1 cup sushi rice, cooked and cooled
• 200g fresh tuna or salmon, cubed (or tofu for a vegetarian version)
• 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 small carrot, julienned
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1-2 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 sheet nori, cut into strips
• Pickled ginger, for garnish (optional)
• Fresh coriander, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Mānuka Miso Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Mānuka honey, white miso paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Slowly add in the water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach a smooth and pourable consistency. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary — feel free to add more Mānuka honey for extra sweetness or a touch more soy sauce for saltiness. This is one of the easiest and most delicious Mānuka Honey dressing recipes you can try!
   
   
2. Assemble the Poke Bowl: Start with a base of cooled sushi rice in each bowl. This will be the foundation for all the delicious toppings to come!
   
   
3. Add Protein: Next, add your protein of choice—whether it’s cubes of fresh tuna, salmon, or tofu. If using fish, make sure it's sushi-grade for the best flavour and texture.
   
   
4. Layer on the Veggies: Arrange your cucumber, carrot, avocado, and red onion on top of the rice in sections. Be sure to get a little bit of everything in each bite for the perfect balance of flavours.
   
   
5. Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and add nori strips for a delightful crunch. For an extra pop of flavour, serve with pickled ginger and fresh coriander.
   
   
6. Drizzle with the Mānuka Miso Dressing: Generously drizzle the Mānuka Miso Dressing over the entire bowl, making sure to coat all the veggies, rice, and protein with the sweet and umami-rich sauce. The combination of the Mānuka Honey and miso is sure to transform this poke bowl into a flavour explosion!
   
   
7. Serve and Enjoy: Now, the best part—dig in! Take a bite of everything together and let the combination of Mānuka honey’s subtle sweetness, the savoury miso, and the fresh ingredients dance on your tastebuds.