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FIVE SPICED AHI TUNA WITH CALIFORNIA AVOCADO WASABI VINAIGRETTE
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    SEARED AHI TUNA

  • 11.500 11 ½ lbs.
    # 1 Grade Ahi Tuna, Center Cut
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    5 Spice Mix: Schwezan pepper, Black Peppercorns, Corriander Seed, Star Anise, Fennel Seed.
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    MANGO AND RED PEPPER TARTAR

  • 2.000 2 cups
    finely diced mango
  • 1.000 1 cup
    finely diced red pepper
  • 1.000 1 cup
    finely diced cucumber
  • 0.500 ½ cup
    finely diced red onion
  • 0.500 ½ cup
    fresh chopped cilantro
  • 0.500 ½ cup
    lemon oil or extra virgin olive oil
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    Salt and white pepper, to taste
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    CALIFORNIA AVOCADO WASABI VINAIGRETTE

  • 1.000 1
    California Avocado
  • 2.000 2 tsp.
    wasabi powder
  • 1.000 1
    each shallot, minced
  • 0.250 ¼ cup
    seasoned rice wine vinegar
  • 1.000 1
    each lemon, juiced
  • 1.000 1 Tbsp.
    sesame oil
  • 1.000 1 cup
    olive oil
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    salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

  1. SEARED AHI TUNA
  2. 5 Spice Mix: Grind equal parts in coffee grinder.
  3. METHOD
  4. 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.
  5. MANGO AND RED PEPPER TARTAR
  6. METHOD
  7. In a stainless steal bowl; mix all six ingredients and season with salt and pepper.
  8. CALIFORNIA AVOCADO WASABI VINAIGRETTE
  9. METHOD
  10. 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
  11. THE GARNISH
  12. There are a variety of ways to garnish the dish. Here are a few ideas. Be creative with your presentation.
  13. Toasted Black and White sesame Seeds
  14. Micro Asian Greens
  15. Chili or Lemon Oil
  16. Daikon sprouts or onion sprouts
  17. Fresh Cilantro or Chive Sticks

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

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