Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsUnion League CafeYellowfin Tuna Tartare Recipe

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare Recipe

Inspired by Union League Cafe
Time30m
Serves2

cucumber, radish, seaweed cracker, ponzu dressing, sesame “snow”

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Ingredients

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Tartare

Ponzu Dressing

Method

Tartare Preparation

  1. 1

    Dice the Tuna

    Carefully dice the Yellowfin tuna into small cubes, about 1/4 inch in size. Place in a mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Finely dice the cucumber and radish. Add them to the bowl with the tuna.

Ponzu Dressing

  1. 3

    Mix the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, yuzu juice, rice vinegar, and mirin until well combined.

  2. 4

    Combine Dressing with Tartare

    Pour the ponzu dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture. Gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated.

Sesame Snow Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare Sesame Snow

    In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn them.

  2. 6

    Make Sesame Snow

    Once toasted, let the sesame seeds cool slightly, then grind them with salt in a mortar and pestle or spice grinder until they resemble snow.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Plate the Tartare

    Spoon the tuna tartare mixture onto a serving plate or in a bowl.

  2. 8

    Add Sesame Snow

    Sprinkle the sesame snow over the tartare for a finishing touch.

  3. 9

    Serve with Seaweed Crackers

    Arrange the seaweed crackers around the tartare for dipping.

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