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Tuna and mango tartare

Tuna and mango tartare is a fresh starter for 6 people, requiring 35 minutes of active work at a cost of €4.60 per person. The wonton chips are made in the morning and the tartare itself is cut and seasoned right before guests arrive. Rated easy, its success depends on very cold tuna and evenly cut cubes.

Fresh tuna and juicy mango in a small tartare, with crunchy wonton chips, exotic and refreshing.

Tuna and mango tartare
For
6 people
Work
35 min
Total time
50 min
Prep
Prepared the same day
Difficulty
Easy
Cost per person
€4.60
Calories per person
210 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach

Raw tuna melts on the tongue, mango brings juice and sweetness, chili wakes everything up and cilantro adds that fresh note you find in Southeast Asian cooking. The wonton chips, light and crisp, stand in for bread and give the contrast in texture that makes a tartare work.

This is a great starter for a summer dinner with friends, especially if you follow it with grilled meat or fish off the barbecue. It also works for a birthday or any evening when you want to impress without spending the whole time in the kitchen.

The schedule

What happens when, so you can be with your guests instead of in the kitchen.

  1. The day before Nothing to do
  2. The same day 2 steps, 6 min
  3. Before the guests arrive 2 steps, 10 min
  4. When it's time to serve 1 step

Make and fry the wonton chips in the morning, they keep well in an airtight container. Right before guests arrive, cut the mango and tuna separately and season both. At serving time, layer the tartare in a ring mold and arrange the chips around it, it only takes a few minutes.

The ingredients

6 people

Fish counter

  • Fresh tuna 500 g

Fruits and vegetables

  • Ripe mangoes 2
  • Lime 2
  • Fresh cilantro 0.5 bunch
  • Green onions 3
  • Red chili 1

Pantry

  • Soy sauceoften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Sesame oiloften in the pantry 1 tsp
  • Sunflower oiloften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Frozen foods

  • Wonton wrappers 12

Allergens Fish, Soy, Gluten, Sesame, Eggs

The recipe, moment by moment

The same dayDuring the day, whenever you get a moment.

  1. Cut the wonton wrappers into triangles, brush them with oil and bake until golden at 180°C. 6 min

    Watch them closely, they brown in no time.

  2. Let the chips cool and store them in an airtight container.

    They stay crisp for several hours as long as they're kept away from moisture.

Before the guests arriveThe last hour, right before the doorbell rings.

  1. Dice the mango small and toss it with the lime juice, cilantro and chili.

    Pick a mango that's firm but fragrant, it dices cleanly.

  2. Cut the tuna into even cubes and season with the soy sauce, sesame oil and green onions. 10 min

    Mix gently, tuna falls apart quickly.

When it's time to serveThe final touches, right in front of your guests.

  1. Layer the tartare in a ring mold, alternating tuna and mango, and serve with the chips.

    Press down lightly with a spoon before lifting the ring off.

Our tips to get it right

  • Buy tuna labeled sushi grade or tartare quality, and ask for it to come straight from the chilled counter right before you leave the store.
  • Cut all the cubes to the same size, both tuna and mango, so every bite has the right balance of the two.
  • Make the chips well ahead in the day, they hold up much better than the tartare itself while waiting.

The variations

  • Swap the tuna for very cold fresh salmon for a milder version that's just as colorful.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace the tuna with diced avocado and cucumber, tossed in the same soy marinade.
  • To save time, serve the tartare in small individual glasses instead of using a ring mold, and use store bought wonton chips.

What to serve it with

  • A dry, crisp white wine
  • A chilled cucumber soup first
  • Grilled fish as the main course

Storage

This tartare is meant to be eaten the same day, it doesn't keep once assembled and seasoned. The seasoned raw tuna holds for a few hours at most in the fridge, well covered. The wonton chips keep for a day in an airtight container, away from moisture.

Questions about this recipe

Can I make this tartare with frozen tuna?

Yes, as long as it's labeled safe to eat raw after being fully thawed in the fridge. Pat the tuna dry before cutting it to avoid excess water in the tartare.

How do I pick a ripe mango for this tartare?

It should give slightly under gentle pressure and smell sweet near the stem. A mango that's too firm lacks flavor, one that's too soft turns mushy when you cut it.

Can I use something other than wonton chips?

Thin toasted bread crisps or rice crackers work well if you don't have wonton wrappers. The key is having something crunchy to contrast with the tartare.

How many people can this tartare serve as an appetizer?

As a starter portion for 6, this amount also makes about ten small bites for a cocktail party, served in little glasses. In that case, set out small spoons so everyone can help themselves easily.

Can a tuna and mango tartare be made ahead?

Yes, during the day. The recipe needs 35 min of work in total, split up like this, the same day, 2 steps, before the guests arrive, 2 steps, when it's time to serve, 1 step.

How long does it take to make a tuna and mango tartare?

Allow 50 min in total, including resting and cooking time, of which 35 min is actual work. The recipe is rated "easy".

How many calories are in a tuna and mango tartare?

About 210 kcal per person, for a recipe meant for 6 people. The calories are calculated by Kiloach, your kilo coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a tuna and mango tartare cost?

About €4.60 per person, that's €27.60 for 6 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains fish, soy, gluten, sesame, eggs. Remember to ask your guests about their allergies before putting your menu together.

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