Ginger-Soy Marinated Tuna with Spicy Mayo

This dish starts with sushi-grade tuna that's marinated in a mixture of soy sauce and rice vinegar. The marinade also includes ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper. The tuna is then refrigerated for at least 30 minutes. This allows the marinade to penetrate the fish and give it a delicious flavor. Once the tuna is marinated, it's cooked quickly in a hot pan until it's just cooked through. The tuna is then served with a spicy mayo that's made with mayonnaise and Sriracha. The spicy mayo adds a nice kick to the dish and pairs perfectly with the flavorful tuna.

This dish was inspired by my travels to Japan. I was particularly impressed by the way that the Japanese use simple ingredients to create delicious and flavorful dishes. This dish is a reflection of that philosophy. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, but it's full of flavor and sure to impress your guests.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound sushi-grade tuna, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
3. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Sriracha. Stir until well combined.
4. To serve, divide the tuna among 4 salad plates. Top with the spicy mayo and green onions.

Why It Works

• The marinade helps to tenderize the tuna and give it a delicious flavor.
• The quick cooking time ensures that the tuna is cooked through but still remains moist and flavorful.
• The spicy mayo adds a nice kick to the dish and pairs perfectly with the flavorful tuna.