The poke bowl is a diced raw fish dish that originated in the state of Hawaii. Poke (pronounced poh-kay) is a Hawaiian word meaning "to slice" or "to cut into pieces." Traditionally, poke consists of fresh, raw fish, such as tuna or salmon, that is cubed and marinated in a soy sauce-based sauce. It is typically served over a bowl of rice and garnished with various toppings such as seaweed, avocado, cucumber, sesame seeds, and scallions.