Thai tuna tartare

If you like tartare, you’re going to love this recipe! The mango lends an exotic flavour to this dish and the result is simply scumptious. Furthermore, there is no cooking involved so prep time is kept to a minimum. Hectic weeknights or leisurley weekends, this dish is ideal. You must try this recipe!

Yield : 4 portions

Calories: 404 | Carbs: 31.75 g | Fat: 18 g | Protein : 30.25 g

Ingredients:

• 1 scallion, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoon fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon soya sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• zest of ½ a lime
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• ½ teaspoon sesame oil
• 454g (1lb) sushi-grade tuna, small diced
• 1 mango, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
• ½ cup young arugula
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Avocado Mousse:

• 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and cubed
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Croutons for garnish ( 5 per portion)

Preparation:

For tuna tartare: In large bowl, combine scallion, cilantro, soya sauce, lime juice and lime zest, olive oil and sesame oil. Add tuna stirring gently . Salt to taste.

For Avocado Mousse: In a blender, combine all ingredients. Blend until smooth consistency.

Presentation :
1. Place and shape the tartare in center of each plate
2. Dress with mango slices and avocado mousse
3. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
4. Garnish with arugula, drizzle with olive oil and top with croutons

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