Is there anything better than a filet of fresh tuna and a green salad on a hot day? We love fresh fish recipes because they are tasty and versatile, and meals with ahi tuna are no exception.
These 12 flavorful ahi tuna recipes will become your new go-to recipes for lunch and dinner in warm weather. All you need is sashimi-grade tuna and a selection of spices, and you are well on your way to a delicious meal.
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Perfect Tuna Tartare
If you have some high-quality tuna, what better way to enjoy it than by preparing a tartare appetizer? Add some toasted sesame seeds for some extra texture, and use avocado for an exquisite flavour combination.
Spicy Tuna Roll
Try to squeeze the roll as you roll it into shape gently. The Sriracha spicy mayo is just the cherry on top of this quick and delicious recipe.
Tuna Nigiri
This is one of the most common types of sushi you can prepare at home. It only requires a few ingredients, and the results will always blow your mind. Don’t forget to use sushi-grade tuna and Japanese short-grain rice for the best results.
Tekkamaki Tuna Sushi
If you want a recipe as delicious as any restaurant dish, learning how to make tekkamaki tuna rolls is the way to go. Eat them in a single bite!
Marinated Seared Ahi Tuna Steak
Marinating the tuna before cooking is an excellent way to ensure maximum flavour with every bite. Soak them overnight with soy sauce, lemon juice and Asian toasted sesame oil marinade!
Grilled Tuna Steak
The thing about this recipe is less is more! The delightful combination of the rare interior and the seared outside will blow everyone’s mind.
Baked Lemon Herb Tuna Steak and Potatoes
Here’s a tasty one-pan recipe that combines herbs and parmesan cheese with tuna fillets and potatoes on the side. It’s as easy as it gets!
Tuna Casserole with Fresh Tuna
Did anybody say comfort food? With a crunchy top and mouthwatering filling, everyone will regard you as the ultimate dinner host by serving this recipe.
Spicy Bluefin Tuna Poke
If you or your guests are fond of spicy food, this recipe is perfect for you. The secret hides within the incredible ground fresh chilli paste combined with ponzu and toasted sesame oil. Absolutely delightful!
Grilled Yellowfin Tuna
Avoid overcooking the tuna by letting it rest in the pan for about 2 minutes per side.
Peppered Tuna Steaks with Lemon Dijon Cream Sauce
It’s the perfect low-carb meal with just 2.9g of carbs in total! This delicious fish dinner only demands 15 minutes of prepping and cooking time.
Teriyaki Tuna with Volcano Sauce
The volcano sauce is the sweet and savoury punch that enhances the recipe to another level!
Best Ahi Tuna Recipe: Perfect Tuna Tartare
Ingredients
- 12 ounces sushi-grade tuna
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds plus more for garnish
- 3 green onions finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 avocado ripe
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- optional jalapeno minced
- optional cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Cut the tuna into 1/3-inch cubes.
- In a medium mixing bowl, add diced tuna, toasted sesame seeds, green onions, lemon zest, and soy sauce. Mix well. Taste one piece of tuna and add more seasonings if needed.
- Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit.
- Scoop into a mixing bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork until it’s slightly chunky.
- Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, optional jalapeno, and cilantro. Mix until combined.
- Taste test and add more salt if needed.
- Place a food ring mold (you can make one at home with a plastic bottle) on a plate.
- Add the avocado mixture at the bottom. Then add the tuna mixture on top. Gently pressing down to make sure there are no gaps. (You can also use a ramekin to shape your tartare. You’ll need to fill it with the tuna mixture and avocado mix. Then reverse it into the serving plate.)
- Lift and remove the mold gently. Garnish with more sesame seeds and cilantro. Serve the tuna tartare immediately.
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