Blackened Ahi Tuna Po’boy Recipe

Preparation steps

1. 1

   Prepare the avocado puree

   In a blender, combine the avocado, a pinch of salt, and a splash of lemon juice. Blend until smooth and set aside.

2. 2

   Prepare the tuna

   Pat the ahi tuna steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides with blackening spice, salt, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Sear the tuna

   Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned tuna steaks and sear for about 1-2 minutes on each side for rare, or until desired doneness.

4. 4

   Slice the tomato

   While the tuna is cooking, slice the tomato into thin rounds.

5. 5

   Assemble the po'boy

   Slice the French bread or po'boy rolls lengthwise. Spread a generous amount of avocado puree on one side, followed by the seared tuna, tomato slices, aioli, and pickled red onion.

6. 6

   Serve

   Close the sandwich and serve immediately, optionally with extra aioli on the side.