GingerGarlic Tuna Burgers on Cucumber Salad with Sa

Name: GingerGarlic Tuna Burgers on Cucumber Salad with Salted Edamame
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3/4 to 2 pounds ahi tuna, cut into cubes; 3-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and grated; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 3 to 4 tablespoons tamari (dark aged soy sauce) (eyeball it); 2 teaspoons coarse black pepper; 2 scallions, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; Vegetable oil, for drizzling, plus some for the salad; 1 romaine lettuce heart, chopped; 2 cups fresh bean sprouts or pea shoots; 1/2 English (seedless) cucumber (the one wrapped in plastic), cut into 1/4-inch dice; Juice and zest of 1 lime; Coarse salt; 1 pound edamame (soybeans in pods available in freezer section of market)

Servings: persons

1 3/4 to 2 pounds ahi tuna, cut into cubes
3-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and grated
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 to 4 tablespoons tamari (dark aged soy sauce) (eyeball it)
2 teaspoons coarse black pepper
2 scallions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
Vegetable oil, for drizzling, plus some for the salad
1 romaine lettuce heart, chopped
2 cups fresh bean sprouts or pea shoots
1/2 English (seedless) cucumber (the one wrapped in plastic), cut into 1/4-inch dice
Juice and zest of 1 lime
Coarse salt
1 pound edamame (soybeans in pods available in freezer section of market)

1
Heat a grill pan or large skillet over high heat.
2
Place the fish in a food processor and pulse until the fish is the consistency of ground beef.
3
Transfer the ground ahi to a bowl and mix with the ginger, garlic, tamari, black pepper, scallions, and cilantro.
4
Form 4 equal patties and drizzle them with vegetable oil.
5
Place the tuna burgers in a screaming hot pan and cook for 1 minute on each side for very rare, 2 minutes on each side for medium rare, 3 to 4 minutes on each side to cook through.
6
Hold the cooked patties on a plate under foil.
7
In a medium bowl combine the lettuce, sprouts, and cucumber.
8
Dress the salad with the lime zest and juice, salt, and vegetable oil to your taste.
9
Place the edamame in a microwave bowl and cover with plastic wrap.
10
Pop a small hole in the top of the wrap and microwave on High for 5 minutes.
11
When the time is up, sprinkle the edamame with 2 teaspoons of coarse salt and toss.
12
Pile the salad up equally onto 4 plates.
13
Top the salad with tuna patties.
14
Pile the edamame alongside the burgers.
15
To enjoy the edamame, shimmy the soybeans free from their pods in your mouth.
16
Who misses fries?
17
(Well, okay, theyre good too, but soybeans are actually good for you as well!)

268

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3/4 to 2 pounds ahi tuna, cut into cubes, 3-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and grated, 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 3 to 4 tablespoons tamari (dark aged soy sauce) (eyeball it), and more.

Yes, GingerGarlic Tuna Burgers on Cucumber Salad with Salted Edamame 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!

GingerGarlic Tuna Burgers on Cucumber Salad with Salted Edamame

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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