Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJake's DowntownTuna Tacos Recipe

Tuna Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Jake's Downtown
Time30m
Serves4

Blackened Ahi tuna with shredded cabbage, pickled vegetables, green onion and wasabi mayo.

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Ingredients

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Tuna

Taco Shells

Method

Prepare the Tuna

  1. 1

    Season the Tuna

    In a small bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Rub this mixture over both sides of the Ahi tuna steaks.

  2. 2

    Cook the Tuna

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned tuna steaks. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Prepare the Fillings

  1. 3

    Chop Vegetables

    While the tuna is resting, prepare the taco fillings. Slice the green onions and set aside. If necessary, chop any larger pickled vegetables into smaller pieces.

  2. 4

    Assemble the Fillings

    In a bowl, combine shredded cabbage, pickled vegetables, and sliced green onions. Toss gently to mix.

Make Wasabi Mayo

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and wasabi paste until well combined. Adjust the amount of wasabi to taste.

Assemble Tacos

  1. 6

    Warm Tortillas

    Heat corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or until slightly charred and warm.

  2. 7

    Build the Tacos

    On each warmed tortilla, layer some of the cabbage mixture, followed by slices of blackened tuna. Drizzle with wasabi mayo before serving.

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