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TypeFish
Flavor ProfileMild, rich, slightly sweet
TextureFirm, meaty
Buy it or make it
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Common carton size
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Fresh ahi tuna should be stored in the coldest part of your refrigerator and used within a day. For longer storage, freeze it tightly wrapped.
Nutrition
Cooking Tips
When searing ahi tuna, aim for a short cooking time to keep the center rare and moist.
Use a very hot pan for searing to achieve a beautiful crust.
Marinating ahi tuna briefly can add extra flavor, but avoid long marination times as the fish can 'cook' in acidic marinades.
Pairs With
Soy sauce
Wasabi
Ginger
Sesame oil
Avocado
Mango
Seaweed salad
Lemon
Common Mistakes
Overcooking ahi tuna, which can make it dry and tough.
Using a pan that isn't hot enough for searing, resulting in a pale, unappealing exterior.
Also called
Aliases
- Ahi Tunasplural
/ahi-tunas
