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Tuna Tataki with Avocado Slaw

Light, fresh and incredible easy to make, this Tuta Tataki with Avocado Slaw Japanese inspired dish is perfect to serve to your guests!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Passive Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Author: Francine Lizotte
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion, Japanese
Keyword Dinner Party, Easy Recipe, Elegant Cuisine, Fish & Seafood, Gluten Free, Healthy, Light Meal

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. kewpie mayonnaise (Japanese mayo), or substitute high quality regular mayonnaise see Recipe
  • 1/2 tsp. ponzu sauce
  • 1/4 tsp. wasabi paste
  • 1 large avocado, finely diced tips & tricks
  • 2/3 cup English cucumber, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Roma tomato, seeded and finely diced
  • 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 to 1 1/2 tbsp. pickled ginger, finely chopped see Recipe
  • 5 ounces ahi-tuna, thinly sliced
  • fresh chives, for garnish tips & tricks
  • rice or water crackers, for serving

Directions

  • In a small bowl, add mayo, ponzu sauce and wasabi paste; stir to blend.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, add diced avocado, diced cucumber, tomatoes, green onions and pickled ginger; stir until well combined.
  • Pour the wasabi aioli into the avocado mixture and gently stir until well mixed. Chill for 1 hour.
  • When ready to serve, take the tuna fillet and pat it dry with paper towels before slicing thinly.
  • Place it on a plate along with the avocado mixture and rice crackers. Garnish with two chives on top of the avocado mixture and serve immediately.