Abacate Recheado com Atum

Abacate recheado com atum is an appetizer from Guinea-Bissau that is definitely a great culinary surprise. With ingredients like avocado, coconut or tuna, it would be hard not to be pleasantly surprised! Quite unusual associations for this appetizer from Guinea-Bissau. Indeed, if the avocado pairs really well with seafood like tuna, smoked salmon or shrimp, adding coconut or whipped cream is quite unusual. We already tried the association of canned tuna and coconut in mas huni, this very unique recipe from the Maldives. Coconut is present in many cuisines, mostly tropical. This is why we find this key ingredient not only in the cuisine of several African countries, but also in Asia or South America. Freshly grated coconut gives great texture and taste to this appetizer. However, toasted coconut that is sprinkled on top gives a sweetness that may be more difficult to appreciate for picky palates. Light notes of lemon and spicy tomato sauce fortunately add some zing to the dish that would otherwise be rather bland and sweet.