Ahi Tuna Salad

Californian Seared Ahi Tuna Salad

Californian Aji Tuna Salad​

Californian Seared Ahi Tuna Salad

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Seared Ahi Tuna Salad is served in most Southern Californian microbrewery restaurants. Enjoy this fast to prepare and delicious dish at home. If you cannot find fresh tuna, just cook the tuna through or make the dish with fresh salmon or chicken breast.
 
Hands-on Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Californian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • salt & pepper

Salad Base

  • 1 lb mixed lettuce salad of your choice (cut in 1 inch slices)

Salad Dressing

  • balsamic vinegar
  • 1 orange (for juice)
  • syrup or honey (optional)
  • olive oil

Protein

  • 3-4 Ahi tuna steaks (fresh sushi-quality)
  • vegetable oil

Suggested Side

  • fresh baguette

Ahi Tuna Culinary Spice Kit

  • pouch [1] smoked paprika, oregano, black pepper, white pepper
  • pouch [2] Chipotle chili

Instructions
 

Protein

  • Season both sides of the tuna steaks with Ahi Tuna [1] spices, and salt and Ahi Tuna [2] spices to taste.
  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil until smoking hot.
  • Add tuna steaks. Cook each side for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. The inside will still be rare.
  • If you want the tuna fully cooked, turn the heat to medium and cook until done.
  • Cut the tuna steaks into slices of about 1/4 inch.

Salad

  • In a BOWL, place lettuce.
  • In a CUP, mix 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar with 1 tbsp fresh orange juice. Add syrup to taste (optional).
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  • Toss it over the lettuce and mix well.

Serve

  • Place salad on plates and the tuna slices on top. Serve with fresh baguette.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Variations:
  • Substitute tuna with:
    1. salmon, shrimps, or chicken.
  • Add vegetables to the salad, e.g.:
    1. 2 carrots, thin 1 inch long stripes
      1 cup capers, the smallest available
      1 cup edamame beans

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Cajun Shrimp

Cajun Shrimp

Cajun Shrimp

Cajun Shrimp

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We're thrilled to bring the vibrant flavors of New Orleans right to your kitchen with our smoky Cajun blend. This seasoning adds just the right amount of heat, making it perfect for shrimp or fish fillets. Serve your Cajun-spiced seafood over a bed of rice or alongside your favorite side dish. For an exceptional pairing, try it with a refreshing coleslaw mixed with juicy mango; the sweetness of the mango complements the citrus notes of red bell pepper beautifully.
hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Cajun
Servings 3

Equipment

Ingredients
  

Shrimp

  • 1 lb fresh shrimp [1]
  • 1 clove garlic, grated optional
  • 1 tbsp lime or lemon juice
  • oil
  • salt

Coleslaw

  • 1/4 head green cabbage
  • 1 red bell pepper [2]
  • 1/4 cup yogurt [3]
  • 1 fresh mango (optional)
  • oil
  • salt

Cajun Shrimp Culinary Spice Kit

  • 1 pouch Cajun spices garlic, smoked paprika, chipotle, black peppercorn, yellow mustard, onion, oregano, thyme

Suggested Sides

  • cooked rice
  • fresh bread
  • French fries

Instructions
 

Shrimp

  • In a BOWL, combine Cajun spices, 1 tbsp of lime juice, 2 tbsp of oil, optional garlic, and salt to taste. Add the shrimp and toss thoroughly to coat. Let the shrimp marinate for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  • In a pan, heat 2 tbsp of oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring frequently, until they turn pink and are cooked through.

Coleslaw

  • In a BOWL, combine yogurt, 2 tbsp of oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Add the cabbage and bell pepper, and if desired, include fresh mango for a touch of sweetness. Mix everything well and let the coleslaw rest in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Serve

  • Serve shrimp with your preferred sides.

Enjoy!

    Notes

    [1] Substitute shrimp with tilapia, catfish, haddock, or flounder fillets, cut into 1-inch slices.
    Fry fish until cooked through, turning once halfway.
    [2] alternative: orange or yellow bell pepper
    [3] Substitute yogurt with mayonnaise and omit the oil in the coleslaw.

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