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Raciónes: 12
Ingredientes
- Ahi Tuna Sandwich serves 4 CLICK here for a printable recipe
- 1 pk (3.5 oz) smoked fish such as trout, mackerel or herring
- 2 t wasabi
- 1â2 c mayonnaise
- 2 T rice vinegar
- 1 T relish
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 T old bay seasoning
- 2 ahi tuna steaks (u.s. atlantic yellowfin)
- 1 T freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 stalks celery, cut into 1/4-inch dice
- 1 T chives, minced
- 8 sli rustic bread, toasted
- tomato slices, to taste (optional)
- lettuce leaves, to taste (optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 73g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 414 | |
| Calories from Fat 411 | 99% |
| Total Fat 46.52g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat 6.45g | 26% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 300mg | 13% |
| Potassium 40mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs 0.84g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.51g | 0% |
| Protein 0.12g | 0% |
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