Sat 2 Feb 2008
Avocado-Tor Crostini
Posted by Svetlana under Appetizers
Ingredients:
-1 tablespoons unsalted butter
-1/4 cup finely minced shallot
-kosher salt
-freshly ground black pepper
-1/4 pound toro (sashimi-grade bluefin tuna), finely chopped
-1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and cut into cubes
-1 tablespoon olive oil
-1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
-juice of 1 lemon
-zest of 1 lemon
-1 tablespoon minced parsley
-thin slices lightly toasted fresh bread
1. Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium-low heat
2. Add the shallot, salt, and pepper to taste and saute until the shallot is lightly browned and crispy, about 5 minutes; set aside
3. In a bowl, gently mix together the toro, avocado, olive oil, vinegar, and lemon juice
4. Top with the crispy shallots, lemon zest, and parsley
5. Spoon onto the bread and serve



