Island Trollers Jalapeno Albacore Tuna Poke: A perfect little appetizer that’s fresh with Island Trollers Albacore Tuna
I’ve taken a little liberty with the title on this amazing appetizer! I know that Hawaiian Poke is usually raw. But mine is usually tuna, so at least I’m still in the ball-park. And well, I think there are many people who will eat a beautifully cooked tuna but possibly pass on raw fish. So, this appetizer will work for them. And, this Island Albacore Tuna Poke is simply delicious! Possibly even better than raw. I do love Island Troller’s tuna! And, this is my version of the popular and beautiful appetizer.
I used Island Trollers’ Jalapeno
I’ve shown two ways of presenting the tuna salad. Super easy way, use those Chinese Soup Spoons
I like the extra large size of the egg roll wrappers for this appetizer. But, if you already have some won ton wrappers in the fridge or freezer, by all means, use them. To toast egg roll wrappers, preheat oven to 400° F. Spray a large cookie sheet with olive oil spray, and place cut wrappers onto the tray so they aren’t touching. Spray top of wrappers with olive oil spray, and bake for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
If you’re making this recipe with Island Trollers Albacore Tuna, you don’t want to drain off those tasty juices from the can; they’re the juices from the fish itself, not just plain ol’ water or oil. Those juices are loaded with Omega 3s. So, it might feel a little weird not to drain the tuna, but don’t do it.
I love to put the Creamy Sriracha Sauce in these squeeze bottles. It makes for a really pretty, no mess, presentation. You could also use a zip top bag. Put the sauce in the bag and snip a corner off the bag to pipe out the sauce. Of course, if you don’t care about the presentation, you could simply glop it on with a spoon. I mean, no one will really care once they taste how yummy this is!
For those of you who are new to my blog, I don’t work for Island Trollers, I just adore them! I did get some tuna from them in exchange for writing some recipes. But, I do it because I love them, not because they pay me. Here’s where I talk about experiencing the tuna and how I got to know them.
Island Jalapeno Albacore Tuna Poke Recipe
There are two recipe cards. Make sure to see them both.
Island Jalapeno Albacore Poke
Ingredients
- 1 can 7.5 ounces Island Trollers Albacore Tuna with Jalapeno, undrained
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon chopped chives
- ¼ teaspoon sesame oil
- Egg roll or won ton wrappers cut into triangles and toasted optional
- olive oil spray for toasting won ton wrappers
- Avocado chopped
- Sprouts or micro greens for garnish
- Creamy Sriracha sauce optional (recipe below)
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Empty tuna and all the juices into a medium bowl, and flake tuna apart. Gently mix in soy sauce, chives, and sesame oil.
- Place tuna salad onto Chinese soup spoons or onto toasted egg roll wrappers. Top with avocado and sprouts. Drizzle with creamy Sriracha sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Recipe Notes
Servings will vary, but I figured about an ounce per serving, if serving as an appetizer. One can of tuna makes 2 really well sized sandwiches.
Creamy Sriracha Sauce Recipe
Creamy Sriracha Sauce
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- ¼ teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Mix sour cream, Sriracha, and sesame oil together for Creamy Sriracha sauce. Place creamy Sriracha Sauce in a squirt bottle or small ziplock bag, and cut the corner from the bag for easy dispensing.
Culinary Ginger says
February 12, 2015 at 9:38 amNow these are perfect tasty little bites and my favorite way to enjoy tuna.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
February 12, 2015 at 9:56 amMy hubby and I don’t eat seafood, but this would be fun to serve at a dinner party 🙂
Sophia @ NY Foodgasm says
February 12, 2015 at 10:12 amWOW, absolutely GORGEOUS!!! LOOOOVE this sooooo much! The photos are gorgeous and it looks delicious!
Debi says
February 12, 2015 at 10:17 amThanks, Sophia! 🙂
Michelle F. says
February 12, 2015 at 10:43 amThat looks really good. Love the new way to eat tuna.
Liz Mays says
February 12, 2015 at 10:50 amI think it’s perfect that you put your own spin on it. That’s as it should be, and I love that sauce!
susanintheboonies says
February 12, 2015 at 11:07 amSesame oil is so flavorful and sesame seeds add flavor and texture. I think those were both great choices in this recipe!
Kendace says
February 12, 2015 at 12:41 pmLooks delicious!
joshandkimberly says
February 12, 2015 at 1:00 pmYummmy! This looks so delish!
April J Harris (@apriljharris) says
February 12, 2015 at 1:02 pmLove these, Debi! They are such cute little appetizers and they sound delicious. I agree, raw fish is just not my thing, but the Island Trollers Tuna sounds lovely!
Jessica says
February 12, 2015 at 1:03 pmMy husband would love this. It looks great.
linda spiker says
February 12, 2015 at 1:10 pmWow! A perfect little amuse bouche! Love it:)
emilysv says
February 12, 2015 at 2:00 pmThose are beautiful!
provisionroom says
February 12, 2015 at 2:26 pmFish Fridays?! I THINK SO!!!! 🙂
Laura O'Neill (@LauraOinAK) says
February 12, 2015 at 4:05 pmThese look wonderful! I know that Hawaiian poke is popular here in Anchorage, but I haven’t had something like it with tuna.
naturalfitfoodie says
February 12, 2015 at 4:06 pmThese look so good. Right up my gourmet alley.. 🙂
Mary Bostow says
February 12, 2015 at 4:32 pmAbsolutely gorgeous photos Debi! It looks delicious!
Megan Stevens says
February 12, 2015 at 4:47 pmThis looks delicious! Love the Sriracha Sauce!!
naptimecreationsemily says
February 12, 2015 at 5:10 pmyummy!! I love how you served it two different ways… what a great snack and it looks so pretty too!
Debi says
February 12, 2015 at 5:20 pmThanks so much! I appreciate all the kind words!
Nancy says
February 12, 2015 at 5:41 pmNow if I made these, they’d surely impress my guests. I bet they taste amazing to boot!
Debi says
February 12, 2015 at 5:48 pmThanks, Nancy! They are really yummy! And super easy to make.
creativekkids says
February 12, 2015 at 8:58 pmThose look amazing! I love how you used the Chinese soup spoons too!
Angie says
February 12, 2015 at 10:29 pmThey not only look like they taste good, but that presentation is beautiful!
delphineefortin says
February 13, 2015 at 3:21 amWhat a beautiful presentation, Debi! Looks delicious on top of that!
Simply Sated says
February 13, 2015 at 5:58 amFantastic job all around with this appetizer. Simply beautiful.
Suzy @ The Mediterranean Dish says
February 13, 2015 at 6:14 amWhat a gorgeous appetizer!
mealplanmaven says
February 13, 2015 at 7:07 amI adore everything about these cuties and hope to try them soon!
Caitlin says
February 13, 2015 at 7:59 amThese sure do look amazing and fancy!! I bet they taste great too!
grabaplate says
February 13, 2015 at 10:20 amThese are so pretty! I love how you presented this recipe! I love jalapeno in pretty much anything, and this tuna sounds great – will keep my eye out for it. Creamy Sriracha? Yes please!!
Amy Kelsch says
February 13, 2015 at 12:52 pmThese look amazing. So perfect for a party, especially with some sushi! I absolutely LOVE how you styled the photos.
Kelly - A Side of Sweet says
February 13, 2015 at 2:42 pmThis looks absolutely divine! I absolutely love poke and now I’m going to try making it for myself!
Kristin says
February 13, 2015 at 10:02 pmI can’t even believe how DELISH those look! Love love tuna!
doniellenku says
February 14, 2015 at 2:29 pmThat looks almost too pretty to eat! What a fun way to use tuna (and I’m totally squeamish about raw fish, so this is perfect for me. 🙂
Culinary Flavors says
February 17, 2015 at 4:34 amAfter many years of diet I am a bit tired of tuna, but as i was going through your post I think that these little islands of tuna would make me very happy!
katrinagehman says
February 19, 2015 at 6:09 amthat seriously looks so good! i’m going to have to try and make this soon.
Diana Rambles says
February 20, 2015 at 9:39 amThose look amazing! I Yum’d it!
Tara says
February 22, 2015 at 11:45 amI love how simply elegant these are, never mind how fantastic they would taste!!
Hadia says
April 4, 2015 at 4:54 amWhat an elegant appetizer, Debi! This would definitely be the highlight of any party buffet! Thank you for sharing to our seafood party! Pinned!