Salmon Poke Waffle Cone with Avocado & Ikura

Salmon Poke Waffle Cone with Avocado & Ikura is a modern fusion appetizer that combines fresh sushi-grade salmon, creamy avocado, and briny salmon roe (ikura) served in a crispy waffle-style cone. It delivers the flavors of a poke bowl in an elegant handheld presentation.

Ingredients

Poke Filling

• 250 g sushi-grade salmon, diced

• 1 ripe avocado, diced

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp rice vinegar

• 1 tsp sriracha (optional)

• 1 tbsp chives, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Toppings

• 2 tbsp ikura (salmon roe)

• Thinly sliced radishes

• Fresh dill sprigs

• Extra chives

Cone

• 6 mini waffle cones or savory sesame cones

Instructions

1. Dice the salmon into small bite-sized cubes.

2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sriracha.

3. Toss the salmon gently in the dressing.

4. Fold in avocado, chives, and sesame seeds.

5. Chill for 10–15 minutes.

6. Fill each waffle cone with the poke mixture.

7. Top with ikura, radish slices, dill, and additional chives.

8. Serve immediately to maintain cone crispness.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Cone)

• Calories: 140–180

• Protein: 8 g

• Carbohydrates: 9 g

• Fat: 10 g

Flavor Profile

• Fresh and buttery salmon

• Creamy avocado richness

• Salty oceanic pop from ikura

• Light sesame umami

• Crisp cone texture

Perfect For

• Cocktail parties

• Fine-dining appetizers

• Sushi-inspired events

• Wedding receptions

• Luxury canapé menus

Beverage Pairings

• Dry Champagne

• Sauvignon Blanc

• Junmai Daiginjo Sake

• Japanese Lager

Chef's Presentation Tip

Fill the cones just before serving. Add the ikura at the last moment so the pearls remain glossy and vibrant. A tiny microgreen or dill sprig on top creates a high-end restaurant finish.

This dish transforms a traditional poke bowl into a visually striking, bite-sized appetizer that is both elegant and easy to eat.