The idea of preparing healthful, delicious meals can sometimes feel like a challenge, especially as summer activities ramp up. But Freshfin – long known for its high-quality handcrafted poke bowls – has introduced a few new dishes that take the work out of enjoying fresh, nutrient-dense meals that also taste great.
Called “Seared Selections”, the new dishes feature seared-to-order Canadian Atlantic Salmon, Ahi tuna or roasted chicken in a well-rounded bowl featuring a base of white rice, brown rice or mixed greens, an assortment of vegetables and housemade sauces. They’re hearty yet healthful and offer a fast, affordable way to keep nutrition at the fore, even on the busiest days.
“Poké remains at the center of our concept,” says Freshfin Co-founder Nate Arkush. “But we’ve really paid attention to our customers and their feedback. Ultimately, we want to diversify our options for healthful fast-casual seafood while maintaining well-balanced, affordable options.”
Check out your options
Offerings from the new Seared Selections menu include:
Teriyaki Salmon: Seared Canadian-Atlantic salmon, white sushi rice, charred sweet chili brussels sprouts, sweet potato, teriyaki sauce, crispy shallots ($16.95; add double protein +$4.95)
Seared Ahi Ponzu: Seared rare Ahi tuna, white sushi rice, mixed greens, edamame, guacamole, purple cabbage blend, creamy ponzu sauce, wonton chips ($15.95; add double protein +$4.95)
Mango-Miso Salmon: Seared Canadian-Atlantic salmon, white sushi rice, purple cabbage blend, mango-poblano salsa, Sriracha aioli drizzle, miso-ginger sauce, crispy shallot ($16.95; add double protein +$4.95)
Teriyaki Chicken: Teriyaki chicken, white sushi rice, charred sweet chili brussels sprouts, sweet potato, teriyaki sauce ($11.95; add double protein +$2.95)
Another new option is Freshfin’s Sesame Chopped Salad featuring shredded kale, purple cabbage, mixed greens, carrots, cucumbers, edamame, red onion, cilantro, creamy ponzu sauce, sesame ginger vinaigrette, baked wonton chips and almonds ($9.95; add avocado for +$1.95; )
You can even customize your salad with avocado (+$1.95), roasted chicken (+$2.95), seared salmon or seared rare Ahi tuna (+$4.95).
Each dish has a recommended base of white rice, brown rice or mixed greens; but you can request to substitute mixed greens for rice if you’re counting carbs or choose brown rice to create a more nutrient-dense bowl. All accompanying sauces are also served on the side, allowing you full control over your bowl’s flavor profile.
“We’ve been working on these new items for about four months, conducting intense menu tastings and operational testing to ensure that we can deliver the speed, efficiency and consistency that our customers expect. Based on guests’ feedback so far, I’d say we’ve been very successful.”
Note: Seared Selections and the new Chopped Sesame Salad are available at Freshfin locations including Bay Shore, Brookfield, East Side and Madison. They are not available at the Freshfin location in the Third Ward.
Check out the new app!
As of this week, Freshfin has also launched a new app, making it even easier to place orders for pick-up or delivery.
The app allows you to keep track of past orders (for easy reordering). Even better, it automatically tracks your rewards points (one point for every $1 spent) and stores your rewards for future use. App users are also eligible for exclusive offers.
Get more information at freshfin.com
Lori is an avid cook whose accrual of condiments and spices is rivaled only by her cookbook collection. Her passion for the culinary industry was birthed while balancing A&W root beer mugs as a teenage carhop, fed by insatiable curiosity and fueled by the people whose stories entwine with each and every dish. She’s had the privilege of chronicling these tales via numerous media, including OnMilwaukee and in her book “Milwaukee Food.” Her work has garnered journalism awards from entities including the Milwaukee Press Club.
When she’s not eating, photographing food, writing or recording the FoodCrush podcast, you’ll find Lori seeking out adventures with her husband Paul, traveling, cooking, reading, learning, snuggling with her cats and looking for ways to make a difference.
