Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFayetteville Taco & Tamale Co.Tuna Bonita Tacos Recipe

Tuna Bonita Tacos Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Seared Sushi-Grade Ahi Tuna, Citrus Slaw, Cucumber, Guacamole, Habanero Sauce, Pico de Gallo, Cilantro, fresh Jalapeños, crispy corn shell.

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

Citrus Slaw

Pico de Gallo

Taco Shell

Method

Taco Filling

  1. 1

    Sear the Tuna

    Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the sushi-grade Ahi tuna with salt and pepper on both sides. Add a little oil to the skillet.

  2. 2

    Cook the Tuna

    Sear the tuna for about 1-2 minutes on each side until the outside is browned but the inside remains rare. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Slice the cucumber and fresh jalapeño thinly. Chop the cilantro and set aside.

Citrus Slaw

  1. 4

    Mix the Slaw Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrots, lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well combined.

Pico de Gallo

  1. 5

    Combine Pico de Gallo Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix together diced tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and salt. Stir well to combine.

Assembling the Tacos

  1. 6

    Fill the Taco Shells

    Take the crispy corn taco shells and start by adding a layer of guacamole at the bottom. Then add seared tuna slices, followed by the citrus slaw, cucumber slices, pico de gallo, cilantro, and jalapeños.

  2. 7

    Drizzle with Habanero Sauce

    Finish the tacos by drizzling with habanero sauce for an extra kick of flavor.

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