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Summer Recipes: Ahi Tuna Tacos and Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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Ahi Tuna Tacos are a modern twist on traditional Mexican tacos, incorporating fresh, high-quality ahi tuna, often found in coastal regions of Mexico. These tacos reflect the country's love for fresh seafood and vibrant flavors, making them a popular choice among locals and visitors alike. Today, variations can be found in many places, showcasing the versatility of tacos in global cuisine.

Ingredients

  • ahi tuna
  • corn tortillas
  • avocado
  • cabbage
  • cilantro
  • lime
  • jalapeño
  • red onion
  • soy sauce
  • sesame oil
  • sriracha
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Prepare the ahi tuna by dicing it into small cubes.
  2. 2In a bowl, combine the diced tuna with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a squeeze of lime juice.
  3. 3Chop the cilantro, red onion, and jalapeño finely and add to the tuna mixture.
  4. 4Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. 5Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet until pliable, about 30 seconds per side.
  6. 6Assemble the tacos by placing a generous scoop of the tuna mixture on each tortilla.
  7. 7Top the tacos with shredded cabbage and slices of avocado.
  8. 8Drizzle with sriracha for added heat, if desired.
  9. 9Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Ingredient Alternatives

ahi tuna

Healthier: sustainable fish

Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

corn tortillas

Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

Cheaper: flour tortillas

Flour tortillas are often less expensive.

avocado

Healthier: mashed avocado

Cheaper: guacamole

Guacamole can be a cost-effective way to add flavor.

jalapeño

Healthier: bell pepper

Cheaper: banana pepper

Banana peppers are milder and often cheaper.

Techniques

dicingmixingassembling

Equipment

bowlskilletknifecutting board
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Also Known As

Tacos de AtúnAhi Tacos
dairy-freenut-free

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork shoulder
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 1 cup coleslaw (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. 2In a large bowl, mix together the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to create a marinade.
  3. 3Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan and pour the marinade over it, ensuring it is well coated.
  4. 4Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 3-4 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  5. 5Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before shredding it with two forks.
  6. 6In a separate bowl, mix the shredded pork with the barbecue sauce until well combined.
  7. 7Toast the hamburger buns lightly on a skillet or grill.
  8. 8Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous amount of the pulled pork on the bottom half of each bun, and top with coleslaw if desired.
  9. 9Place the top half of the bun on the sandwich and serve immediately.

Equipment

roasting panaluminum foilmixing bowlforksskillet or grill

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