Description
Poke Nachos with Spicy Tuna combine the freshness of sushi-grade tuna with the crunchy texture of tortilla chips, topped with creamy spicy mayo, avocado, and vibrant garnishes. This fusion appetizer offers a flavorful, easy-to-assemble snack perfect for casual gatherings, with customizable ingredients to suit various tastes or dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 oz sushi-grade tuna, diced into small uniform cubes
- 3 cups sturdy plain tortilla chips
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1–2 tsp soy sauce or tamari (for umami and drizzling)
- 1–2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Spicy Mayo
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1–2 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Spicy Tuna: Dice sushi-grade tuna into small, uniform cubes. In a bowl, mix the tuna with spicy mayo, a splash of soy sauce, and sesame seeds. Stir gently to coat evenly without breaking up the fish. Set aside to marinate briefly.
- Arrange the Base: Spread a generous layer of sturdy tortilla chips on a large serving platter or tray, ensuring they are evenly distributed without too much overlap to make snacking easier.
- Add Fresh Toppings: Distribute diced avocado, sliced green onions, and optional cilantro evenly over the chips to add flavor, texture, and vibrant color.
- Spoon on the Spicy Tuna: Carefully dollop the spicy tuna mixture evenly across the chips, making sure each chip receives some creamy, spicy topping.
- Final Touches: Garnish with additional sesame seeds, a drizzle of soy sauce, or extra spicy mayo if desired. Serve immediately to maintain chip crispiness and freshness.
Notes
- Use fresh sushi-grade tuna to ensure clean, delicious flavor and food safety.
- Layer wet ingredients last and serve immediately to avoid soggy chips.
- Adjust Sriracha in spicy mayo for balanced heat—not too overpowering.
- Dice tuna and avocado into similar sized pieces for even distribution and easy bites.
- Keep the spicy tuna mixture chilled in the fridge until serving to maintain freshness.
- Store spicy tuna and chips separately if saving leftovers; consume tuna within 24 hours.
- Freezing raw tuna after preparation is not recommended as it affects texture and quality.
- Serve cold or room temperature; avoid reheating to preserve texture and crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking / Assembly
- Cuisine: Fusion (Hawaiian / Mexican Inspired)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg