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Spicy Tuna Bites Recipe

Spicy Tuna Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Harper
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Mixing, Assembling
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

These Spicy Tuna Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer featuring fresh sashimi grade tuna cubes tossed in a flavorful spicy mayonnaise mixture, served on crisp cucumber slices. Perfect for a light and flavorful snack or party dish!


Ingredients

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Spicy Tuna:

  • 8 ounces sashimi grade tuna, cut into small 1/4 inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons spicy mayonnaise (see recipe below)
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce (reduced-sodium preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili oil
  • 3 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon black or white sesame seeds (optional)
  • 1 cucumber, cut into slices 1/4 inch thick (English or)

Spicy Mayonnaise:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • Toppings (optional):

    • sriracha
    • spicy mayonnaise
    • green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Spicy Mayonnaise: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and sriracha sauce until combined.
  2. Spicy Tuna Bites: In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the spicy mayonnaise, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili oil, green onions, and sesame seeds. Add the tuna cubes and mix gently until coated. Place tuna mixture on cucumber slices. Serve as is or over rice or wrapped in seaweed.
  3. Optional: Drizzle more sriracha sauce, spicy mayonnaise, sesame seeds, and green onions on top. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day. Raw fish should be consumed fresh to prevent spoilage.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approximately 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg