Ahi Tuna Tartar With Sesame Asparagus Vinaigrette Recipes

AHI TUNA TARTARE

Steps:

• Marinade Ahi Tuna for at least one hour.
• Slice Ahi Tuna steak into small chunks and place evenly in a small cup depending on the size of the desired product so that it is covered.
• Slice Avocoado into small chunks similar to size of Ahi Tuna Chunks and place an even layer in the cup on top of the Ahi Tuna at equal thickness.
• Mix Cabbage with Wasabi Cream until evenly coated but not drenched and place on top of avocado in an even layer slightly thicker than the Avocado layer.
• Press down firmly in the cup to mold the Tartare. Flip cup over and tap on top so molded Tartare comes out in one piece.
• Sprinkle on Sesame Chili Powder and Green Onion on top of the Tartare and Serve with Plum Wine.

SESAME-CRUSTED AHI WITH PONZU VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine the sesame seeds in a shallow bowl. Lightly rub the tuna in the olive oil, then sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Press the tuna into the sesame seeds, applying firm pressure so the seeds stick. Cover completely and chill in the refrigerator, uncovered, for 5 minutes, to allow the seeds to stick.
• For the vinaigrette: In a medium bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, ponzu, soy, vinegar, sesame oil and Fresno. Pour into a serving bowl and set aside.
• In a large nonstick pan, heat 1/2 inch canola oil to 320 degrees F.
• Add the shallots to the oil in small batches and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and drain. Season with salt.
• Add 1/4 cup olive oil to another large, nonstick pan and turn the heat on high until hot. Add the sesame-crusted tuna and sear all over for 30 seconds on each side. Remove from the pan and slice 1/2-inch thick.
• Shingle the tuna on a platter, then sprinkle over the fried shallots and sliced scallions. Serve with the vinaigrette alongside.

TUNA TARTARE (BAREFOOT CONTESSA) INA GARTEN

Steps:

• Cut the tuna into 1/4-inch dice and place it in a very large bowl.
• In a separate bowl, combine the olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, wasabi, soy sauce, hot red pepper sauce, salt, and pepper.
• Pour over the tuna, add the scallions and jalapeno, and mix well.
• Cut the avocados in half, remove the seed, and peel.
• Cut the avocados into 1/4-inch dice.
• Carefully mix the avocado into the tuna mixture; so that the lime juice covers thewm. (To prevent discoloration).
• Add the toasted sesame seeds, if using, and season to taste.
• Allow the mixture to sit in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour for the flavors to blend.
• Serve on crackers.

AHI TUNA TARTAR

Steps:

• Lightly toast the nori sheets over a gas flame or under the broiler for a few seconds. Lay 1 sheet on a work surface. Spread evenly with half of the rice. Spread half of the wasabi down the center of the rice. Tightly roll up the nori and cut across into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Set aside.
• Mix together all of the tuna ingredients and mound on top of the nori rounds. Serve immediately.

SPICY TUNA TARTARE

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic and ginger. Add the tuna to the sauce and gently stir to coat. Adjust seasonings.
• To serve, top each endive leaf with about 1 tablespoon of the crudo, some Pickled Radishes and a sprinkle of chives. Serve immediately.
• In a glass measuring cup, add the hot water, vinegar, sugar, salt, honey and some pepper. Stir until the sugar and salt dissolve. Add the radishes to a glass jar and pour the pickling liquid over them. Set aside to pickle for 1 hour. After 1 hour, cover the jar and refrigerate.

AHI TUNA TARTAR WITH WASABI CAVIAR AND SPICY GINGER VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Place tuna, marinade and sesame seeds in mixing bowl. Stir and let marinate for 5 minutes. While marinating, assemble "tower" base with avocado and pineapple. Top with marinated tuna and pack tightly.
• In a medium saucepan, heat sesame oil until smoking. Add the garlic, shallot, and ginger. Saute until garlic begins to change color. Deglaze pan with sake. Bring to a simmer and let reduce by half. Add vinegar, soy, and sugar. Return to a boil, blend and then strain into clean saucepan. Whisk in slurry and bring to a boil to thicken. Remove from heat. Chill before using.

AHI TUNA TARTARE WITH HERBED BROWN BUTTER AND FRESH APPLES

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl, add the tuna, shallot, ginger, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, sesame oil, salt, and pepper, and toss gently. Add the diced Granny smith apples and toss to coat.
• In a small saute pan over high heat, melt the butter and cook it until it turns a deep rich brown. As soon as the butter turns brown, stir in the parsley, tarragon, and chives and remove from the heat. Spoon the butter over the tuna mixture and serve immediately with 1 apple slice on the side.

BLUEFIN TUNA TARTAR

Steps:

• Tuna:
• Cut tuna into 1/4-inch dice and mix with oil, salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to plate.
• Potatoes:
• Heat oil to 350 degrees F in a large, deep pot that is no more than halfway filled with oil. Add the potato slices and fry until just golden brown, about 30 seconds. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
• Assembly:
• Make a small free-form pile of tuna on 1 end of each plate. Garnish the plates with caviar, chives, Chive Oil, and a pile of chips.
• Puree chives and oil in a food processor or blender until well blended. Strain through cheesecloth.