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Tuna Poke Nachos

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These Ahi Tuna Poke Nachos are made with sushi-grade fish marinated in soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil. From there they’re topped with fresh avocado and cilantro. If you’re a fan of the Yard House version you will love these!

ahi tuna poke sushi nachos on a plate with avocado sesame seeds, jalapenos, and cilantro
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If you’re a fan of sushi and nachos you will absolutely love this recipe! It combines two of the best meals.

What Type of Tuna to Use

You will need ahi tuna, also known as yellowfin tuna. It’s wild-caught and is known for its deep red color and rich, meaty flavor. You will typically see it served raw, as sashimi, or in poke bowls, but it you can grill or sear it if desired.

raw ahi tuna in a glass bowl

Key Ingredients

  • Sesame Oil
  • Soy Sauce or Liquid Aminos
  • Rice Wine Vinegar (Substitute Mirin if you like sweet tuna)
  • Ginger
soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger in separate white bowls

Nacho Toppings

  • Chips
  • Green Onions
  • Cilantro
  • Avocado
  • Sesame Seeds
  • Jalapenos
green onions, chopped jalapenos, chopped cilantro, and diced avocado in separate white bowls

Is the Fish Cooked?

Ahi tuna is served raw, making it great for sushi style nachos.

How Long to Marinate

Marinate the tuna for at least 15 minutes before loading the nachos. The longer you marinate, the more flavor the fish will have, but you have to be careful because you don’t want the tuna to become mushy.

I recommend no longer than 30 minutes because the acid from the rice wine vinegar will start to cook the fish, which breaks down the texture.

raw ahi tuna in a bowl with sesame oil, soy sauce, and ginger

What Type of Chips to Use

This dish pairs well with any chips or even wonton chips. I like to use uncooked tortillas and make chips using this Air Fryer Tortilla Chips recipe. If using wonton wrappers they will follow a similar cook time, always keep an eye out while cooking!

You can also buy wonton wrappers and slice them into chips to make your own wonton chips. Check out this recipe for Baked Wonton Chips.

tortilla chips on a plate

How to Make Tuna Poke Nachos

Full detailed instructions are below in the recipe card.

  1. Combine tuna, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and sesame oil in a medium bowl. Stir. Allow the tuna to marinate for at least 15 minutes, while you prep the remaining ingredients.
  2. Load the nachos with chips, marinated tuna, avocado, cilantro, and green onions
chips on a plate with ahi tuna

Additional Topping Ideas

  • Radishes
  • Cucumbers
  • Spinach
  • Broccoli
  • Asparagus
  • Pineapples
  • Kimchi
  • Pickled Vegetables
  • Zucchini
  • Seaweed
ahi tuna poke sushi nachos on a plate with avocado sesame seeds, jalapenos, and cilantro

How to Store Leftovers

You can store leftover tuna in the fridge for one day. After that, the tuna will start to turn slimy. In general, if you purchase tuna to make the nachos, I would plan to eat the tuna quickly.

Tuna will turn brown whether fresh or frozen. I’ve found the best way to keep the bright pink color is to eat it right away.

ahi tuna poke sushi nachos on a plate with avocado sesame seeds, jalapenos, and cilantro

More Fish Recipes

Poke Bowls with Spicy Mayo
Baked Cod in Foil
Salmon Fried Rice
Maple Glazed Salmon
Nobu Miso Black Cod

ahi tuna poke sushi nachos on a plate with avocado sesame seeds, jalapenos, and cilantro

If you’re in need of a dipping sauce drizzle these in this Creamy Dill Sauce or Chipotle Mayo.

person holding a chip with ahi tuna poke sushi nachos with avocado sesame seeds, jalapenos, and cilantro
ahi tuna poke sushi nachos on a plate with avocado sesame seeds, jalapenos, and cilantro

Tuna Poke Nachos

These Ahi Tuna Poke Nachos are made with sushi-grade fish marinated in soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil. From there they're topped with fresh avocado and cilantro. If you're a fan of the Yard House version you will love these!
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
marinate 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 316 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12-16 oz ahi tuna Diced into 1/2-1 inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or liquid aminos
  • 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon if using fresh ginger
  • 1 avocado Diced into 1/2-1 inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh finely chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
  • chips Tortilla chips or wonton chips

Instructions
 

  • Combine the tuna, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger in a medium bowl. Stir. Allow the tuna to marinate for at least 15 minutes, while you prep the remaining ingredients.
  • Load the nachos with chips, marinated tuna, avocado, cilantro, and green onions.

Notes

Marinate the tuna for at least 15 minutes before loading the nachos. The longer you marinate, the more flavor the fish will have, but you have to be careful because you don’t want the tuna to become mushy.
I recommend no longer than 30 minutes because the acid from the rice wine vinegar will start to cook the fish, which breaks down the texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 4ozCalories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 32gFat: 9g
Keyword poke nachos, sushi nachos, tuna poke nachos, yard house poke nachos
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Recipe Rating




Dara

Monday 27th of February 2023

So darn good! We used the wonton chips (great idea) for serving. I'm so happy to have another way to enjoy poke.

Brandi Crawford

Tuesday 28th of February 2023

Yay! It's so godo with those!

Justine

Monday 27th of February 2023

These were so great! I love snacky type foods that also double as a meal.

Brandi Crawford

Tuesday 28th of February 2023

Same here!