Poké it is one of the main dishes of Hawaiian cuisine. The word poke means to cut into pieces. Its original and simpler version, served in a bowl, according to Rachel Laudan in the book The Food of Paradise, consists of 'pieces of raw fish seasoned with Hawaiian salt, seaweed and walnuts kukui toasted'.
This dish that is so in vogue these days and invades social networks for its beautiful and colorful appearance, consists of a bowl where the main source of protein is raw fish cut into cubes. In this meal, you will find a healthy dish, with great nutritional value.
Nowadays, everyone does their own poke with the ingredients you like the most, however, they are almost all accompanied by vegetables, fruits, nuts and cooked rice.
In the Algarve, it's still not much seen, but, even so, we managed to find some restaurants or cafes that serve this Hawaiian delicacy.
Let's go to the suggestions?
We start with FaroWith the Adam Bar. Here we work with items produced in the region, in collaboration with fishermen and farmers, bringing the best there is to your meal.
In a modern space, full of refinement and overlooking the Doca de Faro, Adão excels in sympathy and good service.
«Here in Adão, the chronology is the view of the sea where natural conditions come together to enjoy the best local flavors, accompanied by an identity with glamorous Parisian with open arms to the locals and their visitors.”
Tuna, salmon, prawn, octopus… These are some of the options you can choose for your bowl. Are you vegetarian? No problem, there's also an option for you.
O ramen ya, also in Faro, came to make a difference in the city, serving Windows, but also pokes.
The choice is not that wide, as this restaurant serves other dishes, but it has three options for poke with fish (tuna, salmon and shrimp), one vegetarian and one for children. O poke of child is exactly the same as the adult, the only thing that differs is the portion size.
In Olhão, land of fishermen, this delicacy could not be missing. You can taste a bowl full of health in the Mahogany – Your Natural Choice . Want to customize and build your own poke? On Mahogany, you can do it.
"Our cooking is healthy, full of flavor, balance, creativity and innovation, but also honest, highlighting the natural aromas of each of the ingredients that make up the tempting menu and guarantee a unique experience."
Prices range from 8 to 13 euros and the options are more than many.
Ptm DownTown is located in Portimão and is a restaurant connected to a hostel with the same name. Located in the historic center of Portimão, next to Largo da Mó and at the end of the well-known Rua das Lojas, with a calm and relaxed atmosphere, you can enjoy your stay. poke in the “secret” garden and enjoy relaxing.
"Ours pokes they are all rice-based thai. The offer is vast and always accompanied with four or five vegetables. We will also implement one of tataki tuna with edamame, which we believe will be a success!»
The space is very inviting and full of color, just like the bowl to choose. The owners say “as an innovative restaurant that we are, we couldn't help but have something so trendy. "
On the other side of the Algarve, in Lagos, we can try the Poke Lakes.
In this healthy food restaurant, you can also choose to build your own poke or try the boss's signature ones. Located just a few meters from the city center and the marina, Poké de Lagos has a wide range of menu options and is a must-visit in summer.
«Every day we select the freshest and most quality fish for sushi making. the nosfish bones come whole. Our unique modern touch highlights noble cuts and we build your bowl to order. There are endless combinations of bases, seasonings and toppings to customize and enjoy».
Note 1: One of the spaces mentioned above, Downtown in Portimão, is closed, given the current situation we are experiencing. However, for all suggestions, the option takeaway is always available and, for some, the home delivery Also.
Note 2: This article offers only a few suggestions and is not intended to be exhaustive. Of course, there will be many other restaurants that are not mentioned here. If you want, send us information you deem useful to the email: [email protected]
Note 3: All expenses incurred in restaurants, hotels and other establishments suggested in these articles are paid by the Sul Informação. In addition, what we present are suggestions and not advertising paid by the aforementioned establishments.
Author: Mariana Vilaça is blogger de lifestyles, instagramer of success and is part of the team of Sul Informação, where he is responsible for the Advertising and Marketing Department
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