For me , its not worth it. I did not find the taste exceptional.. It was an interesting concept and I was curious so I tried it, but I will not make it again. I had to try it. If I want sushi I will eat sushi. This is just a fun idea.
Great to see you trying out new recipes. Agree with that toasted sesame oil is a tough one for whole food recipes. Toasting the sesame seeds well and then grinding them at least gives that hint of sesame flavour.
Thank you! Yes, toasted sesame seeds was the only thing I could think of as well. 😄😄 I do think it would be a decent sub here, grinding them first is a great idea. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
I had it in wagamama (uk) and it was REVOLTING … The way you made it looks sensational, but it must have zero nutritional benefits?! I would rather have tofu marinated in beetroot juice for a bit of pinkness?? Butttt it did look good 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
Hahhaha wow! Revolting is a strong word! 😂😂 Anad Wagamama is supposed to be great! Very surprised by that. Yes.. definitely agree about the nutritional benefits. You would be better off using tofu for those reasons.. but the texture of this *is* pretty similar to tuna (minus the "chewiness"!). I've seen a few tofu "fish" recipes that look pretty legit. May have to try one of those next. 😜
I love this. Did you put pickled ginger on there? Great idea because I was thinking I might put ginger in the marinade. But duh, I’ll go see your recipe for the answer.
So glad you enjoyed! 🤗 Yes, I put pickled ginger in the bowl.. but not in the marinade itself. That’s a good idea! And yes, marinade recipe is in the description box. 😁😁
Cool experiment! Another awesome, whole food plant (much like jackfruit) that can be substituted for a “traditional protein” and taste good, to boot. Love it!👏🤩
I'm always intrigued how people can create these alternatives out of just fruits and veggies. I would definitely try something like this if it was offered at a restaurant but I'm definitely a lazy cook at home and tend to just stick to the very basics 🙃
That looks very interesting. I saw the recipe awhile back, but was never really tempted to try it. Not enough room in my little refrigerator anyway. And I don't think hubby would like it. I'll have to pass on thia one. But it is interesting!
I understand people wanting to replicate favorite foods from their past before becoming vegan, I did it too, but I think it is much more liberating to just enjoy good food and wonderful flavor combinations instead of trying to reinvent the wheel. This "tuna" may physically resemble the color and texture of the fish, but no way can it replicate the actual flavor. As a former seafood lover, suggesting "tuna" would only make tasting it more disappointing, whereas "watermelon sushi" would seem intriguing... or off-putting, depending on the potential taster! Thanks for sharing! I was wondering, flavor aside, was the cooked texture similar to sushi or no? I love making vegan "sushi rolls" and always looking for new fillings and textures!
Very good points! I actually don't mind when people try to replicate foods from their past! I quite enjoy things like mac n' cheese being as close to the "real" one as possible 😜... but I definitely get your point as well! There are some that just shouldn't be called by it those former names. I think this is one of those instances! 😅 I actually thought the texture was quite good, very soft and kind of slimy (sorry to use that word, but it's true! 😂), but Q quickly pointed out there isn't really any "chew" to it, which a normal tuna would have. But I added it to my rolls when I had it with dinner last night, and I thought it was a pretty good addition! Probably wouldn't go out of my way to make it again.. but if I ever have leftover watermelon to use up, I could see myself making it again. 😁
@@LetsEatPlants Thanks! LOL "slimy" is a funny word... but honestly, since I love oats, okra, nopales, and even natto, I guess I'm a fan? Speaking of natto, since it's so easy to make in the Instant pot with the yogurt setting, and has a definite, strong, cheesy funk, I've been playing around using it in plant based cheeses...very interesting! Depending on the other ingredients it can "suggest" some stronger cheeses like brie/camembert, which I used to love. I blended some into a white sweet potato cheezy sauce last night and it tasted amazingly like melted swiss! Future funky flavorful fermentation fun? 😝
@@CharGC123 Hahaha omg yes, so many slimy foods that are actually quite yummy! 😅 I really have to try your natto in the instant pot!! I have heard using it for cheeze flavor is amazing!!! There is a fermented tofu sold at most Asian stores that is similar in “funk” that many people use for vegan cheeses.. and I’m thinking natto will be the same! Time to study I guess. 😛 Did you follow a recipe to start?
Excellent video and experiment Maddie the only vegan Tuna alternative I have tried that does taste like Tuna and has the texture of Tuna is Jackfruit. I don't think I will be in a hurry to try this recipe because it's been over hyped.
@@LetsEatPlants I had Jackfruit in batter once in a vegan only restaurant in Glasgow as a vegan alternative to fish and chips. This was in the pre-pandemic days and it was delicious.
I love your experimental videos.... Not gonna lie this one freaked me out 😂😂😂 I was watching it while eating rock melon (or it could be cantaloupe not sure if it's the same thing. Green on the inside yellow skin 😂) and was starting to wonder if could you use any melon! 🤔🍉🍈 Thanks for sharing 💞
Hahaha YAY! I do have quite a few more "experiments" in the works, so glad to hear it. 😁 Oooooh very interesting thought about using rock melon! (I think we call that honeydew? Green on the inside is what we call honeydew melon... cantaloupe is orange on the inside!) I guess it definitely could work! I was going to say I think other melons might be too sweet, but I honestly thought watermelon would be too sweet... so why not another melon!? 😂 Not sure I'd waste a delicious rock melon to try though. 😜
@@davidthescottishvegan It was ok! A solid "OK". 😂😂 I would make it again if I had leftover watermelon to use up.. but I wouldn't buy a watermelon just to make this. 😋
For me , its not worth it. I did not find the taste exceptional.. It was an interesting concept and I was curious so I tried it, but I will not make it again. I had to try it. If I want sushi I will eat sushi. This is just a fun idea.
The range of emotions you go through with that first bite is amazing.
😂😂😂🙌🏻🙌🏻
I don't really care if vegan foods taste like the old foods I used to have
I feel the same way! 😄
We would try it for sure. Definitely kinda strange.
Hahaha, yep, worth a try! A bit strange indeed.... but not terrible. Would make it again if I had some leftover watermelon to use up. 😁😁
Hey guys
Great to see you trying out new recipes. Agree with that toasted sesame oil is a tough one for whole food recipes. Toasting the sesame seeds well and then grinding them at least gives that hint of sesame flavour.
Thank you! Yes, toasted sesame seeds was the only thing I could think of as well. 😄😄 I do think it would be a decent sub here, grinding them first is a great idea. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
I had it in wagamama (uk) and it was REVOLTING …
The way you made it looks sensational, but it must have zero nutritional benefits?! I would rather have tofu marinated in beetroot juice for a bit of pinkness??
Butttt it did look good 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
Hahhaha wow! Revolting is a strong word! 😂😂 Anad Wagamama is supposed to be great! Very surprised by that. Yes.. definitely agree about the nutritional benefits. You would be better off using tofu for those reasons.. but the texture of this *is* pretty similar to tuna (minus the "chewiness"!). I've seen a few tofu "fish" recipes that look pretty legit. May have to try one of those next. 😜
I love this. Did you put pickled ginger on there? Great idea because I was thinking I might put ginger in the marinade. But duh, I’ll go see your recipe for the answer.
So glad you enjoyed! 🤗 Yes, I put pickled ginger in the bowl.. but not in the marinade itself. That’s a good idea! And yes, marinade recipe is in the description box. 😁😁
Cool experiment! Another awesome, whole food plant (much like jackfruit) that can be substituted for a “traditional protein” and taste good, to boot. Love it!👏🤩
Thanks! Yes, jackfruit is a great one too! Love to use that in faux meat recipes. 😋😋 Glad you enjoyed!
Wonderful you tried. Love yr honest opinion. I going to try it on my family. Great idea, often curious about these odd things. ❤️💕🥦
Thank you! Yes, definitely worth a try if you’re intrigued. 🤗🤗 I agree… I’m always curious about these odd things as well!
I'm always intrigued how people can create these alternatives out of just fruits and veggies. I would definitely try something like this if it was offered at a restaurant but I'm definitely a lazy cook at home and tend to just stick to the very basics 🙃
I am as well! So unique some of the things people think of these days! Hahaha, I hear you! Usually I like to stick to the basics as well. 😋😋
That looks very interesting. I saw the recipe awhile back, but was never really tempted to try it. Not enough room in my little refrigerator anyway. And I don't think hubby would like it. I'll have to pass on thia one. But it is interesting!
Very interesting indeed! It was quite unique… but not very “fishy”. 😂😂 Can definitely understand why you’re going to pass. 😝
@@LetsEatPlants 😃
I understand people wanting to replicate favorite foods from their past before becoming vegan, I did it too, but I think it is much more liberating to just enjoy good food and wonderful flavor combinations instead of trying to reinvent the wheel. This "tuna" may physically resemble the color and texture of the fish, but no way can it replicate the actual flavor. As a former seafood lover, suggesting "tuna" would only make tasting it more disappointing, whereas "watermelon sushi" would seem intriguing... or off-putting, depending on the potential taster! Thanks for sharing! I was wondering, flavor aside, was the cooked texture similar to sushi or no? I love making vegan "sushi rolls" and always looking for new fillings and textures!
Very good points! I actually don't mind when people try to replicate foods from their past! I quite enjoy things like mac n' cheese being as close to the "real" one as possible 😜... but I definitely get your point as well! There are some that just shouldn't be called by it those former names. I think this is one of those instances! 😅
I actually thought the texture was quite good, very soft and kind of slimy (sorry to use that word, but it's true! 😂), but Q quickly pointed out there isn't really any "chew" to it, which a normal tuna would have. But I added it to my rolls when I had it with dinner last night, and I thought it was a pretty good addition! Probably wouldn't go out of my way to make it again.. but if I ever have leftover watermelon to use up, I could see myself making it again. 😁
@@LetsEatPlants Thanks! LOL "slimy" is a funny word... but honestly, since I love oats, okra, nopales, and even natto, I guess I'm a fan? Speaking of natto, since it's so easy to make in the Instant pot with the yogurt setting, and has a definite, strong, cheesy funk, I've been playing around using it in plant based cheeses...very interesting! Depending on the other ingredients it can "suggest" some stronger cheeses like brie/camembert, which I used to love. I blended some into a white sweet potato cheezy sauce last night and it tasted amazingly like melted swiss! Future funky flavorful fermentation fun? 😝
As a vegan I an not tempted to make or eat veggie burgers or sausages or steaks , just enjoy fresh fruit and veg , why pretend you are eating meat.
@@CharGC123 Hahaha omg yes, so many slimy foods that are actually quite yummy! 😅 I really have to try your natto in the instant pot!! I have heard using it for cheeze flavor is amazing!!! There is a fermented tofu sold at most Asian stores that is similar in “funk” that many people use for vegan cheeses.. and I’m thinking natto will be the same! Time to study I guess. 😛 Did you follow a recipe to start?
@@ianmcmillan5590 I totally get that! Some vegans like it and some don’t it seems. 🙂🙂
Looks worth trying 😋😍👌
Definitely! I actually liked it quite a bit. Didn't taste like tuna to us.. but tasty nonetheless!
I love trying new vegan foods. Thank you
Yay! Me too. You're very welcome. 🤗🤗
Excellent video and experiment Maddie the only vegan Tuna alternative I have tried that does taste like Tuna and has the texture of Tuna is Jackfruit. I don't think I will be in a hurry to try this recipe because it's been over hyped.
Over-hyped is a good way to put it! 😜😜 But a jackfruit tuna sounds good! Perhaps like in a "tuna" sandwich?? I'm intrigued! 🙌🏻🙌🏻
@@LetsEatPlants I had Jackfruit in batter once in a vegan only restaurant in Glasgow as a vegan alternative to fish and chips. This was in the pre-pandemic days and it was delicious.
@@davidthescottishvegan Oh, that sounds delicious!
I love your experimental videos.... Not gonna lie this one freaked me out 😂😂😂 I was watching it while eating rock melon (or it could be cantaloupe not sure if it's the same thing. Green on the inside yellow skin 😂) and was starting to wonder if could you use any melon! 🤔🍉🍈 Thanks for sharing 💞
Hahaha YAY! I do have quite a few more "experiments" in the works, so glad to hear it. 😁 Oooooh very interesting thought about using rock melon! (I think we call that honeydew? Green on the inside is what we call honeydew melon... cantaloupe is orange on the inside!) I guess it definitely could work! I was going to say I think other melons might be too sweet, but I honestly thought watermelon would be too sweet... so why not another melon!? 😂 Not sure I'd waste a delicious rock melon to try though. 😜
@@LetsEatPlants ah honeydew that's it I couldn't quite remember. I got it from the fruit market 🍈🥦🥔🍌🍇
@@samantharose2759 Yummy! I love all the melons! 🤗💕
Yeah, I've seen this recipe for a while too and though "huh, watermelon tuna. Interesting" I haven't tried it yet. Should probably give it a go.
I think that’s what took me so long to try it as well! 😂😂 It was good… but I’m not rushing to make it again any time soon. 😅
@@LetsEatPlants So it wasn't that good because the best recipes you would want to make it again.
@@davidthescottishvegan It was ok! A solid "OK". 😂😂 I would make it again if I had leftover watermelon to use up.. but I wouldn't buy a watermelon just to make this. 😋
The poke bowl looks so yumm
It turned out pretty well! We might make them again this weekend. 😅