Spicy Tuna Tartare
This recipe creates a vibrant spicy tuna tartare using fresh tuna, a creamy sriracha-sesame dressing, red onion, and garlic. It's a quick and elegant dish perfect as a starter or light main course, emphasizing the quality and freshness of the main ingredient.
Equipment
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Sharp Knife
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Spatula or Spoon For gentle mixing
Ingredients
Main
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3/4 pound piece of really fresh tuna from a reliable source
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 2 stalks very thinly sliced green garlic or 1 not-too-large clove of garlic minced
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Cut the fresh tuna into small, uniform dice (about 1/4 to 1/2 inch).
- Add the diced tuna to the bowl with the spicy mayonnaise mixture.
- Add the finely diced red onion and thinly sliced green garlic (or minced garlic) to the bowl.
- Gently fold all ingredients together using a spatula or spoon until the tuna is coated in the dressing, being careful not to mash the tuna.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more Sriracha for heat if desired.
- Serve immediately, perhaps molded or free-form, with desired accompaniments.
Notes
The quality of the tuna is paramount here; always use sushi-grade from a reputable source. Keep all ingredients very cold. When dicing the tuna, aim for consistent small cubes. Mix gently to avoid mashing the tuna. Adjust Sriracha to desired heat level. Serve immediately upon mixing to maintain freshness and texture. Consider serving with avocado, cucumber, or crispy wonton chips.