Tuna Burger with Tofu Ginger Sesame Sauce Recipe

Name: Tuna Burger with Tofu Ginger Sesame Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound sushi-grade fresh tuna; 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 lime, juiced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Spicy sprouts, for garnish; 4 ounces tofu; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves; 1/2 fresh red chile, chopped; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 1/2 lime, juiced; 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce; 1/2 cup water; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 pound sushi-grade fresh tuna
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 lime, juiced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Spicy sprouts, for garnish
4 ounces tofu
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 fresh red chile, chopped
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1/2 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup water
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Chop the tuna into chunks, add them to a food processor, and pulse a few times to break up the pieces.
2
In a bowl mix the soy sauce, oil, lime juice, cilantro, and ginger; season with salt and pepper.
3
Pour over the tuna and process until well blended.
4
Form into 4 patties and grill.
5
For the sauce, cut the tofu into chunks and put them into a blender with the ginger, cilantro, chile, sesame oil, lime juice, soy sauce, water, and salt and pepper, to taste.
6
Puree, taste, and adjust seasoning.
7
Top the burgers with the sauce and garnish with the spicy sprouts.

325

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 fresh tuna, 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 lime, juiced, and more.

Yes, Tuna Burger with Tofu Ginger Sesame Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Tuna Burger with Tofu Ginger Sesame Sauce

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