Best 2 Tuna Tartar Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Tuna tartar is a classic French dish that is typically made with raw tuna, chopped finely and seasoned with various ingredients. It is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or even as a salad. The key to making a great tuna tartar is to use fresh, high-quality tuna and to season it properly. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of know-how, you can easily create a delicious and impressive tuna tartar at home.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

AHI TUNA TARTAR WITH SESAME ASPARAGUS VINAIGRETTE



Ahi Tuna Tartar with Sesame Asparagus Vinaigrette image

Provided by Ming Tsai

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces #1 ahi tuna, finely diced
2 dashes hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon fine chopped chives
1 teaspoon canola
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 bunch asparagus, blanched and refreshed
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons canola oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon toasted white sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a chilled bowl, mix ingredients together. Mold tuna into small towers either using a pvc pipe, ramekin or cut out can.
  • Cut 2-inch asparagus spears and save. Take the rest of the asparagus and roughly chop. In a blender, add 1/2 cup chopped asparagus with mustard and juice. Blend at high speed and add oils. Check for seasoning. Toss spears in vinaigrette. Place spears in a flat circle and top with tuna. Drizzle a little of the vinaigrette on the plate. Garnish with sesame seeds.

TUNA TARTAR



Tuna Tartar image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces sushi-quality tuna
2 tablespoons minced cilantro
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1/2 teaspoon ginger, peeled and finely grated
1 teaspoon safflower oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
6 grinds black pepper
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 small red onion, sliced paper-thin
1 medium cucumber, sliced paper-thin
20 large caper berries
16 toast points (crusts removed)

Steps:

  • Dice the tuna as finely as possible, or put it through a meat grinder using the largest disk. Transfer to a small bowl and add the cilantro, shallot, ginger, oil, salt and pepper. Mix until the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours.
  • When ready to serve, mix the lime juice into the tuna. Divide the tuna between 4 small plates, mounding it in the center of the plates. Divide the onion, cucumbers, caper berries and toast points between the plates and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Fresh is best. When making tuna tartare, it's important to use fresh, high-quality tuna. This will ensure that the dish is flavorful and safe to eat.
  • Choose the right tuna. There are many different types of tuna available, but not all of them are suitable for making tartare. Opt for a firm, meaty tuna that has a low fat content, such as albacore or yellowfin.
  • Properly clean and cut the tuna. Before you can make tartare, you need to properly clean and cut the tuna. First, remove the skin and bones from the tuna. Then, cut the tuna into small, even pieces. It's important to cut the tuna against the grain to ensure that the pieces are tender.
  • Use a sharp knife. When cutting the tuna, it's important to use a sharp knife. This will help you to get clean, even cuts.
  • Chill the tuna before serving. After you've cut the tuna, it's important to chill it before serving. This will help to keep the tartare fresh and flavorful.
  • Be creative with your toppings. There are many different toppings that you can use to garnish tuna tartare. Some popular options include avocado, cucumber, red onion, and capers. You can also add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice to taste.

Conclusion:

Tuna tartare is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you serve it as an appetizer or a main course, tuna tartare is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tuna tartare a try.

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #30-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #cuisine     #preparation     #for-1-or-2     #appetizers     #seafood     #asian     #japanese     #fish     #number-of-servings

Related Topics