Jul 13 2026
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Ahi Paradise* Recipe

Inspired by Social Cantina
Time1h
Serves2

seared ahi tuna, white rice, guacamole, mangos, pickled red onion, adobo crema, arugula

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Guacamole

Mango Salsa

Pickled Red Onion

Adobo Crema

Method

Preparing Pickled Red Onion

  1. 1

    Pickle the Onions

    Slice the red onion thinly and place it in a jar. In a small saucepan, heat apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Pour the mixture over the onions and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.

Making Guacamole

  1. 2

    Prepare the Guacamole

    In a bowl, mash the ripe avocados. Stir in lime juice, salt, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and diced red onion. Mix until well combined and set aside.

Making Mango Salsa

  1. 3

    Prepare the Mango Salsa

    Peel and dice the mango and red bell pepper. In a bowl, combine the diced mango, red bell pepper, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Mix well and set aside.

Cooking White Rice

  1. 4

    Cook the Rice

    Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine 1 cup of rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.

Cooking Ahi Tuna

  1. 5

    Sear the Ahi Tuna

    Season both sides of the Ahi tuna filets with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil. Sear the tuna for 1-2 minutes on each side for rare, or longer if desired. Remove from heat and slice into thin strips.

Making Adobo Crema

  1. 6

    Prepare the Adobo Crema

    In a small bowl, mix together sour cream and adobo sauce until smooth. Adjust to taste.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 7

    Plate the Ahi Paradise

    On a plate, create a bed of arugula. Place a serving of white rice, then top with sliced Ahi tuna. Add guacamole, mango salsa, and pickled red onion on the side. Drizzle with adobo crema before serving.

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