Sep 24 2026
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Black Garlic & Yuzu Ahi Tartar Recipe

Inspired by Roy's Waikiki
Time30m
Serves4

Charred Brown Butter 'Deli & Bread' Sweet Roll Crostini, Crispy Capers, Truffle Oil, Pickled Red Onion

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Ingredients

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Tartar

Crostini

Method

Prepare Tartar

  1. 1

    Chop Ahi Tuna

    Finely dice the Ahi tuna and place it in a mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Add Flavorings

    Mince the black garlic and add it to the bowl along with yuzu juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chopped chives. Mix gently until combined.

Make Crostini

  1. 3

    Prepare Brown Butter

    In a pan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Cook until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.

  2. 4

    Toast Bread

    Brush the sweet roll slices with the brown butter and sprinkle with salt. Toast in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.

Assemble Dish

  1. 5

    Plate Tartar

    Spoon the Ahi tartar mixture onto each toasted crostini.

  2. 6

    Add Toppings

    Top each tartar crostini with crispy capers, a drizzle of truffle oil, and a bit of pickled red onion.

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