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Hawaiian Poke Nachos

Cultural Context

Hawaiian poke has its roots in the traditional fishing communities of Hawaii, where fresh fish is cubed and seasoned with local ingredients. Poke nachos are a modern twist, combining the classic poke with the popular snack of nachos, making it a perfect party appetizer. This fusion dish celebrates the flavors of Hawaii while appealing to a broader audience, often enjoyed at gatherings and food festivals across the U.S.

HawaiianUSappetizer
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1.2 lbs fresh ahi tuna
1 red chili
1/4 cup Maui sweet onion
1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
1 teaspoon garlic shallot puree
3 diced green onions
1/3 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons Asian sesame oil
2 tablespoons chopped macadamia nuts
wonton wrappers for frying

ahi tuna

🥗Healthier: cooked shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides a seafood flavor.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option.

tortilla chips

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: pita chips

Pita chips can be less expensive and still crunchy.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sliced cucumbers

Cucumbers are a low-cost alternative that adds freshness.

1

Rinse the raw fish under cool water and pat dry with a paper towel.

2

Dice the ahi tuna against the grain into half-inch cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.

3

Dice 1 red chili, removing the seeds, and cut into matchstick strips.

4

Add the diced chili to the bowl with the tuna.

5

Add 1/4 cup of diced Maui sweet onion to the bowl.

6

Add 1 teaspoon of fresh grated ginger to the bowl.

7

Add 1 teaspoon of garlic shallot puree to the bowl.

8

Add 3 diced green onions to the bowl.

9

Pour in 1/3 cup of soy sauce and mix gently.

10

Add 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds and 2 tablespoons of Asian sesame oil to the bowl.

11

Chop 2 tablespoons of macadamia nuts and add them to the mixture.

12

Stir all ingredients together and chill for 1 hour.

13

Fry wonton wrappers to create triangles for serving.

14

Serve the ahi poke mixture on top of the fried wonton triangles.

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting boardfrying panfood processormallet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishsoysesame

Also Known As

Poke NachosAhi Poke Nachos

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