Appetizers • Jinbeh Lewisville
Tuna Tartare
Hand-Diced Ahi Tuna with Avocado, Sesame, and Citrus Ponzu
About Tuna Tartare
Fresh sushi-grade ahi tuna, hand-diced into small cubes and gently tossed with sesame oil, ponzu, and scallions. Served over a bed of ripe avocado with crispy wonton chips for scooping. This is our most refined appetizer. clean, bright flavors that showcase the quality of the fish front and center.
The Jinbeh Story
In Japanese, "tataki" means "to hit" or "to pound." The fish is tenderized by pounding it thin, then barely seared on the outside so it stays beautifully rare inside. A very traditional Japanese preparation served with our house-made ponzu sauce.
Origin & Tradition
While tartare originated in French cuisine, the Japanese interpretation emphasizes subtlety: less acid, more umami, and a focus on the pure flavor of the fish.
🎪 The Experience
The tartare is presented over diced avocado, topped with scallions and sesame seeds. Scoop it onto crispy wonton chips for cool, silky tuna, creamy avocado, and satisfying crunch in one bite.
🥗 Nutrition Spotlight
Raw ahi tuna delivers 25g protein with only 120 calories per 4oz serving. The avocado adds healthy fats and potassium. Sesame oil provides vitamin E.
Taste Profile
Flavor
Clean, citrusy, and lightly sesame with ocean-fresh tuna
Texture
Tender, silky diced tuna with crispy wonton crunch
Heat Level
How It's Prepared
Sushi-grade ahi tuna is hand-diced into uniform cubes and delicately tossed with sesame oil, ponzu, scallions, and a touch of soy sauce. Presented over diced avocado with house-made crispy wonton chips.
Key Ingredients
💡 Pro Tip: Scoop the tartare onto the wonton chips with a bit of avocado on each bite. the creamy, crunchy, fresh combination is incredible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between tuna tartare and seared tuna?
Tuna tartare is hand-diced raw tuna mixed with seasonings. completely uncooked and focused on the pure, clean flavor of the fish. Seared tuna has a pepper-sesame crust and is briefly seared, giving it a thin cooked exterior with a raw center. Both showcase our sushi-grade ahi tuna beautifully.
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