Ahi poke avocado boats
Enjoy a delicious and refreshing Ahi Poke Avocado Boats recipe featuring tender tuna fish, crisp onions, and shallots marinated in a tangy blend of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili sauce. This dish is perfectly complemented by creamy avocados and a touch of sesame butter, making it a mouthwatering, healthy meal option. Ready in minutes, this seafood delight is sure to impress!
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 10 min
Ingredients:
16 oz tuna fish1/2 cup onion
1 shallot
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp vinegar
1 tsp chili sauce
1 tbsp sesame butter
3 avocados
Ahi Poke Avocado Boats are a delightful fusion of fresh tuna, creamy avocado, and savory seasonings. This dish brings together the best of poke, a traditional Hawaiian preparation of raw fish, with the modern twist of serving it in convenient avocado ‘boats’. Perfect for a light lunch or an impressive appetizer, these boats are as satisfying as they are delicious.
Instructions:
- Start by washing and finely chopping the onion and shallot.
- Dice the fresh tuna fish into small cubes. Ensure the tuna is fresh and of high quality for the best flavor.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, chili sauce, and sesame butter. Whisk these ingredients together until they are well combined to create the marinade.
- Add the diced tuna, chopped onion, and shallot into the bowl containing the marinade. Gently mix everything together until the tuna is evenly coated with the marinade. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Carefully cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. If needed, scoop out a small portion of the avocado flesh to create a larger cavity for the filling. Place the avocado halves on a serving platter.
- Spoon generous portions of the marinated tuna mixture into each avocado half, filling the cavities. Ensure each avocado boat is well-filled and evenly distributed.
- Garnish with additional toppings if desired, such as sesame seeds, chopped green onions, or a squeeze of lime juice.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or light meal.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality tuna: Ensure the tuna is fresh and sushi-grade for the best flavor and safety, as you will be consuming it raw.
- Dice uniformly: For a more appealing and easy-to-eat dish, dice the tuna and avocados into similar-sized, small cubes.
- Serve chilled: Keep the tuna and avocado cold until assembly to maintain freshness and enhance the overall flavor and texture.
- Mix gently: When combining the ingredients with the seasonings, mix gently to avoid mashing the avocado and to keep the texture intact.
- Adjust seasoning to taste: Feel free to adjust the amount of soy sauce, chili sauce, and vinegar to suit your personal preference.
- Presentation matters: Save the avocado shells to serve the poke mixture. This not only enhances the presentation but also makes for an eco-friendly display.
Ahi Poke Avocado Boats are not only visually stunning but also a burst of flavors in every bite. The freshness of the tuna, combined with the creamy avocado and the umami-rich seasonings, creates a dish that is both healthy and decadent. Enjoy this vibrant recipe as a refreshing starter or a light, nutritious meal.
Nutrition per serving
1 ServingsCalories 1610kcal
Protein 130g
Carbohydrates 66g
Fiber 44g
Sugar 9g
Fat 100g
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