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Seared Ahi Tacos with Mango Avocado Salsa


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  • Author: Julia Mueller
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2
  • Diet: Pescatarian, Omnivore

Description

Quick, fresh, and flavorful, these ahi tacos are ready in under 20 minutes. Crisp-seared tuna pairs perfectly with sweet mango salsa.


Ingredients

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  • 2-3 tbsp grapeseed or canola oil
  • 2.5 lbs (1134 g) sushi-grade ahi steaks
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1 avocado, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup (237 ml) red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt
  • Corn tortillas
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Fresh lime

Instructions

  1. To Prepare the Salsa
  2. Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir together to combine
  3. To Sear the Ahi
  4. In a medium-sized cast iron skillet (or regular skillet), heat the oil to medium-high.
  5. Sprinkle the ahi steaks with kosher salt and pepper on both sides.
  6. Carefully place the ahi steaks on the skillet and sear until crispy and the ahi is cooked about ¼” inch up the steak. Repeat for the other side.
  7. Place the ahi steaks on a cutting board and once cool enough to handle, use a sharp knife to cut the steaks.
  8. Heat the corn tortillas in the cast iron skillet.
  9. Place them on a plate and load them up with desired amount of ahi and mango avocado salsa

Notes

  • For best results, use sushi-grade ahi tuna to ensure optimal quality and safety.
  • If mango is out of season, you can substitute with another ripe fruit like peach or pineapple.
  • To prevent the ahi from overcooking, ensure your skillet is hot and sear the tuna for a short time on each side.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Japanese-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 8
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 80