Coconut Tuna Tartare with Avocado Mousse Recipe

Name: Coconut Tuna Tartare with Avocado Mousse
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound sushi grade tuna, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 5 tablespoons grated coconut, toasted; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar; 4 tablespoons toasted almond slivers, chopped; 4 tablespoons currants; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 2 ripe avocados; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon paprika; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 pound sushi grade tuna, cut into 1/4-inch dice
5 tablespoons grated coconut, toasted
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
4 tablespoons toasted almond slivers, chopped
4 tablespoons currants
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 ripe avocados
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
In a medium stainless mixing bowl combine the diced tuna, coconut, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of the lime juice, rice wine vinegar, almonds, currants, vegetable oil, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
2
Toss well and season with salt and pepper.
3
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
4
Peel and halve the avocados and remove the pits.
5
Give them a rough chop and place them in a small stainless mixing bowl.
6
Add the remaining lime juice, cayenne, cumin, paprika, and olive oil.
7
Mash the seasoned avocado with a sturdy whisk until creamy in texture and season with salt and pepper.
8
To serve: Divide the avocado mixture equally into the bottom of 8 martini glasses.
9
Separate the tuna into eight equal portions and spoon on top of the avocado.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound sushi grade tuna, cut into 1/4-inch dice, 5 tablespoons grated coconut, toasted, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and more.

Yes, Coconut Tuna Tartare with Avocado Mousse falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Coconut Tuna Tartare with Avocado Mousse

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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