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Tuna Tartare Recipe
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Tuna Tartare Recipe

Tuna tartare is a delectable, yet simple dish, consisting of cubes of raw, sashimi-grade tuna that has been lightly seasoned. The tuna is placed atop creamy avocado for a flavor combo that’s out of this world.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 2
Course: Appetizer, Snacks, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 12 oz tuna sushi-grade
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds plus more for garnish, toasted
  • 3 green onions finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 avocado ripe
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • jalapeño minced, optional
  • cilantro chopped, optional

Instructions

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  1. Cut the tuna into 1/3-inch cubes.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, add diced tuna, toasted sesame seeds, green onions, lemon zest, and soy sauce. Mix well. Taste one piece of tuna and add more seasonings if needed.
  3. Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit.
  4. Scoop into a mixing bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork until it’s slightly chunky.
  5. Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, optional jalapeno, and cilantro. Mix until combined.
  6. Taste test and add more salt if needed.
  7. Place a food ring mold (you can make one at home with a plastic bottle) on a plate.
  8. Add the avocado mixture at the bottom. Then add the tuna mixture on top. Gently pressing down to make sure there are no gaps. (You can also use a ramekin to shape your tartare. You’ll need to fill it with the tuna mixture and avocado mix. Then reverse it into the serving plate.)
  9. Lift and remove the mold gently. Garnish with more sesame seeds and cilantro. Serve the tuna tartare immediately.