TAMARIND TUNA CRUDO* recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAlma Cocina DowntownTamarind Tuna Crudo* Recipe

Tamarind Tuna Crudo* Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

avocado, tomato, peanuts, tamarind gastrique, crispy wheat puffs

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tuna

    Dice the fresh tuna fillet into small cubes and place in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Make the Tamarind Gastrique

    In a small saucepan, combine tamarind paste, sugar, and vinegar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Let cool.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Dice the avocado and tomato into small pieces. Toss them together in a bowl with a pinch of salt.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Dish

    On a serving plate, arrange the diced tuna. Top with the avocado and tomato mixture, drizzle with tamarind gastrique, and sprinkle with chopped peanuts.

  5. 5

    Add Crispy Wheat Puffs

    Finally, add crispy wheat puffs around the tuna for crunch.

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