Tuna Luau * Recipe
Make Tuna Luau * Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Salad
Aromatic & Citrus
Garnish & Serve
Method
Main Salad
- 1
Prepare tuna
Drain the canned tuna well, then flake it into a large mixing bowl with a fork until there are no large chunks.
- 2
Combine base ingredients
To the bowl with tuna add mayonnaise and sour cream. Stir gently to combine until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky.
- 3
- 4
Season
Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and dried seaweed flakes (if using). Mix gently and set aside while you make the dressing so flavors meld.
Aromatic & Citrus
- 5
Make the dressing
In a small bowl whisk together fresh lime juice, soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), minced ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil until the honey is dissolved and the dressing is uniform.
- 6
Finish salad
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and fold gently to coat all ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning — add an extra pinch of salt or a squeeze of lime if desired. Chill the salad for 15–30 minutes to allow flavors to marry, or serve immediately if preferred.
Garnish & Serve
- 7
Plate and garnish
Transfer the Tuna Luau to a serving bowl or plate. Sprinkle toasted macadamia nuts or chopped peanuts on top and scatter sliced green onions. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
- 8
Serve options
Spoon onto crackers or crostini, or pile into crisp lettuce leaves for handheld cups. Provides about 12 small servings as an appetizer or 4 hearty servings as a light meal.
