Tuna Tartare Recipe

Tuna Tartare Recipe | Ina Garten
Level: Intermediate
Servings: 50 portions
Nutritional Info Per Portion
Serving Size: 1 of 50 total
Calories: 124
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 13mg
Sodium: 177mg
Total Time: 1 hr 30 min
Prep Time: 30 min
Inactive Time: 1 hr

• 3 3/4 pounds sashimi-grade tuna steak, very fresh
• 1 1/4 cups extra virgin olive oil
• Zest from 5 limes, grated
• 1 cup freshly pressed lime juice
• 2 1/2 teaspoons wasabi powder
• 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hot red pepper sauce
• 2 1/2 tablespoons coarse kosher salt
• 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 1/4 cups scallions, white and green parts, finely chopped (about 12 scallions)
• 3 1/4 tablespoons diced fresh jalapeno, seeds discarded
• 5 ripe Hass avocados
• 1 1/2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions:

1. Chop the tuna steak into 1/4-inch small cubes and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Dive into this fresh, vibrant dish that captures Ina Garten's effortless eleganceperfect for impressing guests with its silky textures and zesty kick!
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, grated lime zest, lime juice, wasabi powder, soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Drizzle this dressing over the diced tuna, letting bold flavors awaken your senses.
3. Add the minced scallions and jalapeno to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated, building layers of heat and freshness.
4. To prepare the avocados, slice each in half, remove the pit, peel off the skin, and dice into 1/4-inch cubes. Gently fold the avocado pieces into the tuna mixture, being careful not to mash themcreamy bliss meets tender tuna!
5. If you like, sprinkle in the toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired, crafting your perfect bite.
6. Cover and refrigerate the tuna tartare for at least one hour to let flavors develop fully, melding into culinary magic.
7. Serve chilled with crackers for a show-stopping appetizer that will have everyone reaching for more. Get cooking and elevate your table![1][2][3]

Adapted from Barefoot Contessa Family Style, Copyright 2002 by Ina Garten, Clarkson Potter/Publisher. All rights reserved.