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Ingredients
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Tuna Tartare
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Tuna
Carefully dice the fresh sushi-grade tuna into small, uniform cubes (about 1/4 inch). Place the diced tuna in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice. Pour this mixture over the diced tuna and gently toss to combine.
- 3
Season the Tuna
Add salt and black pepper to the tuna mixture to taste. Mix in the sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
- 4
Prepare the Avocado
While the tuna is marinating, cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl. Mash it lightly with a fork and season with a pinch of salt and lime juice.
- 5
Prepare the Cucumber
Peel the cucumber and slice it thinly into rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.
Assembly
- 6
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Arrange the sliced cucumber around the tuna tartare for garnish. Optionally sprinkle more sesame seeds on top. Serve immediately.