Wasabi Tuna Burger With Thai Style Cucumbers Recipe

Name: Wasabi Tuna Burger With Thai Style Cucumbers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 small red onion, minced; 12 jalapeno, seeds removed, minced; 1 medium cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced; 1 fresh garlic clove, crushed; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced; 1 tablespoon red bell pepper, minced; ¼ cup rice vinegar; 1 pinch salt and pepper; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 lb yellowfin tuna fillet, loin; 1 tablespoon finely chopped scallion; 1 tablespoon freshly grated gingerroot; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; fresh ground black pepper; peanut oil (for frying); wasabi powder; ¼ cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 4 leaves bibb lettuce or 4 leaves other soft lettuce; 4 hamburger buns or 4 other soft rolls

Servings: persons

14 small red onion, minced
12 jalapeno, seeds removed, minced
1 medium cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
1 fresh garlic clove, crushed
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon red bell pepper, minced
¼ cup rice vinegar
1 pinch salt and pepper
2 teaspoons sugar
1 lb yellowfin tuna fillet, loin
1 tablespoon finely chopped scallion
1 tablespoon freshly grated gingerroot
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons soy sauce
fresh ground black pepper
peanut oil (for frying)
wasabi powder
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
4 leaves bibb lettuce or 4 leaves other soft lettuce
4 hamburger buns or 4 other soft rolls

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Cucumbers:.
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Combine all cucumber ingredients in a sealable plastic storage container.
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Chill for two hours.
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Tuna Burgers:.
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Remove any sinew from the tuna and chop into fine dice.
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Add the scallions, ginger, mustard, soy sauce and pepper and blend thoroughly.
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Do not over mix.
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Form into 4 equal portions and make patties.
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Chill for 1 hour.
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While the tuna patties are chilling, mix the wasabi powder with just enough water to make a paste.
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Allow to sit for 20 minutes.
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Add it to the mayonnaise and lime juice and chill.
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Heat a skillet and add about 2 tablespoons of the peanut oil.
14
Cook the tuna burgers until just done, about 4 minutes per side.
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Place a piece of lettuce on the bottom of each bun and top with a few slices of cucumbers.
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Top with tuna burger.
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Then top with the bun top which has been spread liberally with Wasabi Mayonnaise.
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Serve with the remaining Thai Style Cucumbers on the side.
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The preparation time does not include the chilling time.

567

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 small red onion, minced, 12 jalapeno, seeds removed, minced, 1 medium cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced, 1 fresh garlic clove, crushed, and more.

Yes, Wasabi Tuna Burger With Thai Style Cucumbers 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Wasabi Tuna Burger With Thai Style Cucumbers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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