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Yellowfin Tuna Tartare

🌟 Elevate Your Palate: Unleash the Delight of Yellowfin Tuna Tartare (2023)

Dive into exquisite flavors with our Yellowfin Tuna Tartare! 🐟🍽️ Experience the art of freshness as tender tuna meets zesty citrus and vibrant herbs. A tantalizing dish that's both elegant and bursting with taste. Elevate your culinary journey today! 🍋🌿
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine French
Servings 2
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • ⦁ - 1 lb fresh Ahi Tuna sushi grade tuna filet

Ahi Tuna Marinade:

  • ⦁ - 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • ⦁ - 1 teaspoon grated garlic
  • ⦁ - 11/2 Tablespoon soy sauce
  • ⦁ - 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • ⦁ - 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • ⦁ - 2 teaspoons minced cilantro
  • ⦁ - 2 tablespoons minced scallions
  • ⦁ - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • ⦁ - 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce optional
  • ⦁ - 3 tablespoons mixed white and black sesame seeds

Avocado:

  • ⦁ - 2 diced avocados
  • ⦁ - 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • ⦁ - 3 tablespoons minced scallions
  • ⦁ - 1 tablespoon sesame oil or any neutral oil

Instructions
 

Step 1: 🐟 Dry the Tuna

  • - Pat the tuna filet dry with a kitchen towel.
  • - Ensure the tuna is moisture-free for better flavor absorption.

Step 2: 🔪 Dice the Tuna

  • - Carefully dice the tuna filet into 1-inch pieces.
  • - Precise dicing enhances texture and presentation.

Step 3: 📐 Maintain Size Uniformity

  • - Keep tuna chunks uniform in size for consistent marination.
  • - Avoid making them too small to preserve flavor development.

Step 4: 🌶️ Mix the Flavorful Marinade

  • - Combine ginger, garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, sweet chili sauce, cilantro, scallions, sesame oil, and optional Sriracha.
  • - Create an aromatic marinade for the tuna.

Step 5: 🍱 Marinate the Tuna

  • - Thoroughly coat diced tuna with the prepared marinade.
  • - Ensure every piece is infused with Asian-inspired flavors.

Step 6: 🥑 Create the Creamy Avocado Mixture

  • - Delicately combine diced avocado, scallions, lime juice, and sesame oil.
  • - Craft a creamy complement to the tuna.

Step 7: 🍽️ Assemble the Tartare Base

  • - Choose a mold or bowl, brush with oil to prevent sticking.
  • - Prepare the base for tartare assembly.

Step 8: 🥑 Build the Bottom Layer

  • - Place creamy avocado mixture at the bottom of the mold.
  • - Gently press down to form a firm base.

Step 9: 🍣 Add the Tuna Layer

  • - If flipping the tartare, start with the tuna layer.
  • - Add marinated tuna on top of the avocado base.

Step 10: 🎨 Prepare for Presentation

  • - Carefully remove the mold to reveal layers.
  • - Present an exquisite stack of flavors and textures.

Step 11: 🍴 Accompaniments and Garnish

  • - Serve with pita chips or cucumber rounds.
  • - Complement the tartare's richness with crunch and freshness.

Step 12: 🌟 Savor the Culinary Creation

  • - Appreciate the visual appeal and blend of flavors.
  • - Enjoy the Yellowfin Tuna Tartare experience.

Step 13: 😋 Enjoy the Culinary Delight

  • - Relish the fusion of marinated tuna, creamy avocado, and seasonings.
  • - Indulge in a delightful treat for the senses.

Notes

Nutrition Facts

 
⦁ - Calories: 300
⦁ - Calories from Fat: 180
⦁ - Fat: 20g
⦁ - Saturated Fat: 3g
⦁ - Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g
⦁ - Monounsaturated Fat: 10g
⦁ - Cholesterol: 29mg
⦁ - Sodium: 1032mg
⦁ - Potassium: 590mg
⦁ - Carbohydrates: 11g
⦁ - Fiber: 5g
⦁ - Sugar: 4g
⦁ - Protein: 22g
⦁ - Vitamin A: 1803IU
⦁ - Vitamin C: 9mg
⦁ - Calcium: 61mg
⦁ - Iron: 2mg
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare
Keyword Yellowfin Tuna Tartare