Bayou-ish Ahi Tuna Bites
These seared tuna bites are a cinch to put together. And being both gluten-free and Paleo friendly, it is a healthy appetizer that is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh ahi tuna
- 2-3 Tbsp Dizzy Pig Bayou-ish
- Approximately 4 Tbsp sriracha
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dipping Sauce:
- 1/4 cup Mayo of choice
- Zest of one lemon
- Juice of 1/2 lemon or to taste
- 1 Tbsp capers
Directions
- Light BGE and let coals get very, very hot.
- Start with a beautiful piece of fresh ahi tuna.
- Cut the tuna into 1″ cubes.
- Season generously with Bayou-ish, coating all sides.
- Heat cast iron skillet over hot coals. Add a high heat oil to prevent sticking.
- Add tuna to the hot skillet and quickly sear all sides, approx 1-2 minutes total. Do not crowd the pan, this can be done in multiple waves if needed.
- In the last 30 seconds of cook time, squirt enough Sriracha to lightly coat tuna bites.
- Remove from heat and enjoy with dipping sauce.
- Serves 2-4.
In This Recipe:
Bayou-ish Blackening Seasoning
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Step by Step
Start with a beautiful piece of fresh ahi tuna 
Cut the tuna into 1" cubes 
Season generously with Bayou-ish, coating all sides 
Add tuna to hot skillet and quickly sear all sides During last 30 seconds of cook time, squirt Sriracha sauce to lightly coat tuna
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