Jul 09 2026

Spicy Tuna Tartare Recipe

Time15m
Serves2

A fresh blend of tuna, avocado, and spicy mayo, served with tortilla chips.

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Produce

Condiments

Snacks

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tuna

    Dice the sushi-grade 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 the bowl with the tuna. Gently mash the avocado with a fork, mixing it with the tuna.

  3. 3

    Chop the Aromatics

    Finely chop the green onions and cilantro, then add them to the tuna and avocado mixture.

  4. 4

    Dress the Mixture

    Squeeze the juice of one lime over the tuna, avocado, and herbs mixture. Add the spicy mayo and mix gently until combined.

Serving

  1. 5

    Plate the Tartare

    Spoon the spicy tuna tartare mixture into a serving bowl or onto individual plates.

  2. 6

    Serve with Tortilla Chips

    Arrange tortilla chips around the tartare for dipping. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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