AHI POKE ENJOY DAN:

                                        AHI POKE by CHEF DAN:

Serves 6

INGREDIENTS:

1-Pound ahi tuna stakes

1/2-onion, thinly sliced

1-scallion, bias sliced to 1/2-inch lengths

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 teaspoons black toasted sesame seeds

2 teaspoon toasted pine nuts

2 tablespoons ponzu (recipe to follow)

2 tablespoons sesame oil

1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce

1/4-teaspoon sea salt

DIRECTIONS:

1.   Slice the tuna into 1-inch cubes.

2.   Place in a bowl.

3.   Combine all remaining ingredients.

4.   Gently mix and thoroughly combine.

5.   Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or up to 2 days.

PONZU SAUCE:

1/2-cup fresh lime juice, or a 1/2-lemon juice or combination of both

2 tablespoons EACH rice vinegar, mirin, and pure maple syrup

1/3-cup soy sauce

1-teaspoon fish sauce

DIRECTIONS:

1.   Whisk together all ingredients and let stand 1 hour.

2.   Store covered and refrigerate for 3 days.

ENJOY DAN:                                                                            VOILA!!