Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Sam the Cooking Guy: Tuna

Login to Save
countysandiego
countysandiego
1 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow countysandiego to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Seared Tuna Tacos with Mango Salsa

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Mexico, tacos are a staple in Mexican cuisine, often filled with a variety of fresh ingredients. Seared tuna tacos combine the rich flavors of fresh fish with vibrant salsas, showcasing the importance of seafood in Mexican coastal dishes. Today, these tacos have gained popularity beyond Mexico, often found in fusion restaurants and beachside eateries around the world.

MexicanUSmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb frozen yellowfin tuna
8 corn tortillas
1 large mango
1/2 medium red onion
1/4 cup cilantro
2 key limes
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tuna steaks

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

mango

🥗Healthier: pineapple

💰Cheaper: apples

Pineapple adds sweetness and acidity, while apples are budget-friendly.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat offers more fiber, while flour tortillas are often less expensive.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and more widely available.

1

Turn on the heat to warm the tortillas.

2

Cut the mango down the side and scoop out the flesh.

3

Chop the mango into small pieces and add cilantro and lime juice.

4

Slice a small amount of red onion and add it to the mango mixture.

5

Cube the thawed tuna steaks into small pieces.

6

Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet with a little olive oil.

7

Add taco seasoning to the cubed tuna and mix well.

8

Assemble the tacos by placing the seasoned tuna on the tortillas and topping with the mango salsa.

Cooking Techniques

searingchoppingmixing

Equipment Needed

skilletcutting boardknifemixing bowl

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Other Takes on Tuna

(24 videos)

Similar Mexican Videos

(23 videos)

Similar Dishes From Other Cuisines

(20 videos)