Description
Tuna Tartare Tostada with Chipotle Mayonnaise is a culinary delight that will impress your guests at any gathering. This vibrant appetizer features fresh, sushi-grade tuna delicately marinated in a zesty blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and more, all served on crispy tostada shells. The creamy chipotle mayonnaise adds a smoky kick that perfectly balances the dish’s flavors. Ideal for casual get-togethers or elegant cocktail parties, this recipe is quick to prepare and can be customized with toppings like avocado and pickled onions for an extra layer of taste.
Ingredients
- 1 pound sushi-grade tuna
- 4 tostada shells
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- Lime juice
- Green onion
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Finely dice the sushi-grade tuna using a sharp knife.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and lime juice to create the marinade.
- Add diced tuna to the marinade and gently toss to coat. Let it sit while preparing other ingredients.
- Stir in thinly sliced green onion and toasted sesame seeds before seasoning with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and lime juice to make the chipotle mayonnaise.
- Ensure tostada shells are crispy; if needed, bake until golden brown.
- Spread chipotle mayonnaise on each tostada shell and top generously with tuna tartare.
- Garnish with optional toppings like avocado slices or pickled red onion.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required, just assembly
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tostada (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Choose the freshest sushi-grade tuna available for the best flavor and texture. Adjust the number of chipotle peppers based on your spice preference. Feel free to experiment with additional toppings like cilantro or mango salsa for added flair.