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Five-spiced Ahi Tuna with California Avocado Wasabi Vinaigrette
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Five-spiced Ahi Tuna with California Avocado Wasabi Vinaigrette

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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

1141
Calories
33g
Protein
64g
Fat
112g
Carbs

Counts 17 of 20 ingredients — the other 3 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.

What these numbers assume — 17 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Avocado 1 medium (150g) 240
Salmon 100g cooked 208
Rice 1 cup cooked (158g) white 206
Sesame 1 tbsp (14g) 120
Olive Oil 1 tbsp (14g) 119
Mango 1 cup diced (165g) 99
Red Onion 1 medium (110g) 44
Fennel 1/2 bulb (87g) 27
Wine 2 tbsp cooking wine (30ml) 25
Cucumber 1/2 cup sliced (52g) 16
Lemon juice of 1 lemon (48ml) 12
Chili 1 tsp (2.7g) 8
Shallot 1 tbsp minced (10g) 7
Black Pepper 1 tsp ground (2.3g) 6
Vinegar 1 tbsp (15ml) distilled 3
Cilantro 1 tbsp chopped fresh (1g) 1
Salt 1 tsp (6g) 0
Seed not in our table 0
Star Anise not in our table 0
Wasabi not in our table 0

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

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  • SEARED AHI TUNA
  • 11 ½ Pounds # 1 Grade Ahi Tuna, Center Cut
  • 5 Spice Mix: Schwezan pepper, Black Peppercorns, Corriander Seed, Star Anise, Fennel Seed.
  • MANGO AND RED PEPPER TARTAR
  • 2 Cups finely diced mango
  • 1 Cup finely diced red pepper
  • 1 Cup finely diced cucumber
  • ½ Cup finely diced red onion
  • ½ Cup fresh chopped cilantro
  • ½ Cup lemon oil or extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and white pepper, to taste
  • CALIFORNIA AVOCADO WASABI VINAIGRETTE
  • 1 California Avocado
  • 2 tsp wasabi powder
  • 1 each shallot, minced
  • ¼ Cup seasoned rice wine vinegar
  • 1 each lemon, juiced
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 Cup olive oil
  • salt and pepper, to taste
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Directions

1

SEARED AHI TUNA

2

5 Spice Mix: Grind equal parts in coffee grinder.

3

Portion the Ahi Tuna into 4 oz. portions and season them with salt. Rub the Ahi Tuna with the Five Spice Mix to coat completely. Heat a non-stick pan and add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, add the Ahi Tuna to the pan. Sear each side of the Ahi Tuna for 30 seconds. After all sides of the Ahi Tuna are seared, place the fish onto a plate that has paper towels on it to absorb any excess oil. Slice the Ahi Tuna into one-quarter inch thick pieces.

4

MANGO AND RED PEPPER TARTAR

5

In a stainless steal bowl; mix all six ingredients and season with salt and pepper.

6

CALIFORNIA AVOCADO WASABI VINAIGRETTE

7

In household blender add all the ingredients, except the oils. Purée until the mixture is smooth. With the blender running, add the oils slowly adjusting the seasoning. Pour the vinaigrette into a new container and keep cold until ready to serve

8

THE GARNISH

9

There are a variety of ways to garnish the dish. Here are a few ideas. Be creative with your presentation.

10

Toasted Black and White sesame Seeds

11

Micro Asian Greens

12

Chili or Lemon Oil

13

Daikon sprouts or onion sprouts

14

Fresh Cilantro or Chive Sticks

Recipe sourced from fandom

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