Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
6 unit

tuna fillet (sushi or sashimi quality)

cubed

1 pinch

Alaea (Hawaiian red salt)

to taste

0.25 cup

dried ogo (seaweed)

chopped

2 unit

shallot cloves

chopped

2 unit

scallions

sliced thinly on the diagonal

0.5 tsp

crushed red pepper flakes

crushed

1 unit

inamona (roasted crushed kukui nut seed)

crushed

1.5 unit

cashews

crushed

Step 1
~3 min

Cut the raw tuna into tiny cubes.

Step 2
~3 min

Season with Hawaiian red salt to taste.

Step 3
~3 min

Chop the dried ogo seaweed.

Step 4
~3 min

Add the chopped ogo, shallots, scallions, and crushed red pepper to the tuna.

Step 5
~3 min

Garnish with roasted crushed kukui nut seed or crushed cashews.

Step 6
~3 min

Toss all ingredients together.

Step 7
~3 min

Serve cold on demitasse spoons or on crackers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use the freshest tuna available.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.

Marinate the tuna for 10-15 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be prepared a few hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with seaweed salad.

Serve with rice crackers.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Seaweed Salad
Rice Crackers

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hawaii

Cultural Significance

Traditional Hawaiian dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Luaus
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Casual
Dinner
Lunch

Popularity Score

70/100

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