Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMaximónTuna Tartare Recipe

Tuna Tartare Recipe

Inspired by Maximón
Time30m
Serves2

Ahi tuna, avocado, and sesame served with crispy wontons.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

For Serving

Method

Preparation of Tuna Tartare

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ahi Tuna

    Finely dice the ahi tuna into small cubes and place it in a mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Avocado

    Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a separate bowl. Mash it lightly with a fork, leaving some chunks for texture.

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    Add sesame oil, soy sauce, lime juice, and finely chopped green onion to the bowl with the diced tuna. Gently mix until everything is well combined.

  4. 4

    Combine Tuna and Avocado

    Carefully fold the mashed avocado into the tuna mixture, ensuring not to break down the avocado too much.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped cilantro over the top of the tartare mixture. Gently mix again to incorporate.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate the Tartare

    Spoon the tuna tartare mixture into a serving bowl or onto a plate.

  2. 7

    Add Crispy Wontons

    Arrange the crispy wontons around the tartare for dipping.

  3. 8

    Final Touch

    Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh tuna tartare!

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