Tuna Tartare

Ingredients

• 1 pounds yellowfin tuna (sushi-grade) – diced 0.25-inch
• 2 tbsp shallot – finely minced
• 2 tbsp chives – finely sliced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice – freshly squeezed
• 1 tsp sesame oil – toasted
• 0.25 tsp sea salt – fine
• 0.25 tsp black pepper – freshly ground
• avocado – diced (for serving)
• sesame seeds – toasted (for serving)

Instructions

1. Chill a mixing bowl and your knife for 10 minutes to keep everything cold.
2. Cut the chilled fish into 0.25-inch cubes and keep refrigerated while you prepare the seasoning.
3. In the chilled bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, sea salt, and black pepper until combined.
4. Stir in the shallot and chives to perfume the dressing.
5. Fold in the tuna gently until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate 5–10 minutes, until lightly glossy and chilled but not opaque.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, keeping the balance bright and savory.
7. Fan the avocado on chilled plates and spoon the tartare on top in neat mounds.
8. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.