Poisson Cru Tahitien

About This Recipe

Poisson Cru Tahitien is considered the national dish of French Polynesia. Sashimi-grade tuna is briefly marinated in lime, then tossed with coconut milk and fresh vegetables for a refreshing, vibrant dish.

Ingredients

Serves 4

• 500 gsashimi-grade tuna(diced into 2 cm cubes)
• 4 wholelimes(juiced)
• 250 mlcoconut milk
• 1 mediumcucumber(diced)
• 1 mediumtomato(diced)
• 1 tspsalt

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate tuna

   Toss tuna cubes with lime juice and salt. Refrigerate for 10 minutes until the outside turns opaque.

2. 2

   Drain

   Drain most of the lime juice, retaining about 2 tablespoons.

3. 3

   Mix in vegetables

   Stir in diced cucumber and tomato.

4. 4

   Add coconut milk

   Pour coconut milk over the mixture and stir gently. Taste and adjust salt.

5. 5

   Serve

   Serve immediately in chilled bowls or coconut shell halves.

Variations

• •

  Add sliced spring onions and chilli.

• •

  Use salmon instead of tuna.

Storage

Eat immediately. Do not store dressed poisson cru.

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