Ahi Tuna Burgers

Name: Ahi Tuna Burgers
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. sushi-grade ahi tuna, finely chopped; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1 tbsp. chopped fresh basil (preferably Thai basil); 1 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tbsp. fish sauce; 2 tsp. grated peeled fresh ginger; 1 1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 4 brioche buns or other soft burger buns; Butter lettuce leaves, for topping; 2 heirloom tomatoes, sliced, for topping; Spicy Pickled Cucumbers

Satisfy your burger craving without the beef! Ahi tuna is typically served rare, but you can cook this burger to your preferred doneness.

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Publish date:: May 29, 2018

ziggy marleys ahi tuna burgers — Photography by Amanda Marsalis

Recipe by Ziggy Marley


Start to Finish: 50 minutes	Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. sushi-grade ahi tuna, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tbsp. chopped fresh basil (preferably Thai basil)
1 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp. fish sauce
2 tsp. grated peeled fresh ginger
1 1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
4 brioche buns or other soft burger buns
Butter lettuce leaves, for topping
2 heirloom tomatoes, sliced, for topping
Spicy Pickled Cucumbers

Preparation

1. In a medium bowl, mix the tuna, onion, basil, cilantro, fish sauce, ginger, sesame oil, and garlic. Form into 4 patties and place on a plate. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.

2. Preheat a griddle or grill over medium heat. Grill the burgers until cooked to your liking, 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium. Place the burgers on the bun bottoms. Top with the lettuce, tomatoes, Spicy Pickled Cucumbers, and the bun tops.