Description
Ina Garten’s tuna tartare elevates ocean-fresh fish with elegant simplicity. Delicate cubes of sushi-grade tuna mingle with zesty ginger, soy sauce, and green onions, creating a sophisticated appetizer that transports palates to coastal culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 0.75 pound (340 grams) very fresh tuna steak, cut into 0.25-inch dice
- 1 ripe Hass avocado, cut into 0.25-inch dice
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 0.25 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 0.5 cup (120 milliliters) freshly squeezed lime juice
- 5 limes, zest grated
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot red pepper sauce
- 1 teaspoon wasabi powder
Herbs, Spices, and Additional Components:
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup (40 grams) minced scallions, white and green parts (about 2–3 scallions)
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh jalapeño pepper, seeds removed
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, optional
Instructions
- Marinate the fresh tuna by combining it with olive oil, lime zest, lime juice (about or 30 milliliters), wasabi powder (or 5 grams), soy sauce (or 15 milliliters), hot red pepper sauce, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a large mixing bowl. Thoroughly blend the ingredients to ensure even coating of the diced fish.
- Incorporate finely chopped scallions and minced jalapeno pepper into the marinated tuna, gently folding to distribute the ingredients without breaking down the delicate fish texture.
- Prepare the avocado by carefully slicing it in half, removing the pit, and peeling. Dice the avocado into uniform 1/4-inch (0.6 centimeters) cubes, then tenderly fold into the tuna mixture to prevent crushing the soft fruit.
- For additional texture and flavor, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds (if desired) over the tartare and gently fold to integrate.
- Chill the tartare in the refrigerator for a minimum of 60 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify. This resting period helps the marinade penetrate the tuna and develop a more complex taste profile.
- When ready to serve, arrange the chilled tuna tartare on crisp crackers or delicate toast points. Garnish with additional scallions or sesame seeds if preferred, and enjoy immediately for optimal freshness and texture.
Notes
- Chill the tuna poke bowl mixture for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together, creating a more intense and harmonious taste profile.
- Mix ingredients gently to preserve the delicate texture of the fish and avocado, preventing unnecessary breaking or mushing of the delectable components.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning incrementally, adding lime juice and salt in small amounts to achieve the perfect balance of flavors that suits your palate.
- Cut tuna and avocado into precise, uniform 1/4-inch cubes to ensure each bite offers a consistent and visually appealing presentation.
- Serve immediately after chilling to enjoy the freshest and most vibrant flavors of this Hawaiian-inspired dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 570 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg