Seared Tuna Tacos & Mango Salsa
Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply treating yourself to a gourmet meal, these tacos are sure to impress with their bold flavors and exquisite presentation.
Ingredients
- 12 White Corn Tortillas
- 4 Oz Cabbage Shredded
- 1 Pound Tuna Sushi-grade
- 2 Cups Mango Salsa See ingredients below
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1 Tsp Pepper
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 Tbsp Avocado Oil
- Unagi Sauce See ingredients below
- Sriracha Optional
Mango Salsa
- 2 Ripe Mangos Diced
- 1/2 Red Onion Finely chopped
- 1 Red Bell Pepper Diced
- 1/4 Cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
- 2 Limes Juiced
- Salt To taste
- Pepper To taste
Unagi Sauce
- 1/4 Cup Soy Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Mirin
- 2 Tbsp Rice Vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 Tsp Cornstarch Optional
- 1 Tbsp Water Optional
Instructions
Prepare Mango Salsa:
- In a medium bowl, combine diced mangoes, chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well, then cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Prepare Unagi Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, and brown sugar.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved.
- If you prefer a thicker consistency, create a thickener by mixing the cornstarch and water in a bowl. Add the cornstarch mixture and stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
Prepare Tortillas:
- Heat a lightly oiled frying pan over medium heat.
- Warm each tortilla for about 10-15 seconds on each side until heated through.
- Keep warm by placing them in a tortilla warmer or wrapping them loosely in a kitchen towel.
Season and Sear Tuna:
- Season the tuna on all sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In the same pan used for warming the tortillas, add avocado oil and heat over high heat.
- Once the pan is very hot but not smoking, carefully sear the tuna for 10-15 seconds on each side. The center should still be very rare, resembling sushi.
- Remove from heat and let the tuna cool slightly before thinly slicing with a very sharp knife.
Assemble Tacos:
- To assemble each taco, place a small amount of shredded cabbage on a warmed tortilla. Add a few slices of seared tuna on top of the cabbage. Spoon a generous amount of mango salsa over the tuna. Drizzle with unagi sauce and add a touch of sriracha for extra heat if desired.
- Repeat the assembly process for the remaining tacos. Serve immediately, and enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures of these Seared Tuna Tacos with Mango Salsa!
Notes
Feel free to customize the toppings and adjust the seasonings according to your taste preferences. You can also add additional garnishes such as sliced avocado or chopped green onions for extra flavor.