From Chef Cleon Clarke, Page restaurant, Sag Harbor:

The Hook

Of everything on the menu at Page, our tuna tartare holds special significance. When I took over as chef in 2017, I spent extensive time perfecting this dish despite not being Asian by heritage. I dedicated myself to mastering this craft, and the result has remained perfectly consistent since then - the only change has been the plate presentation.

The Secret Sauce

The foundation of our exceptional tartare is a sesame pickled ginger dressing that combines just five ingredients: sweet chili, Sriracha hot sauce, soy sauce, pickled ginger, and sesame oil. This carefully balanced base brings together all the elements of the dish into harmonious unity.

Premium Ingredients

We specifically order Number One grade tuna - the highest quality available with no connective tissue. This premium cut is chopped and folded together with cucumber and jalapeño, then carefully formed in a ring. The presentation includes fresh avocado spread (prepared daily with a touch of lemon juice), garnished with pickled ginger and seaweed, then topped with a crisp wonton for textural contrast.

Inside Tip 📌

For the perfect dining progression, follow the tuna tartare with a NY strip steak, cooked medium-rare with classic salt and pepper seasoning. Ask for our special spring onion butter to be melted over the steak - this seasonal enhancement elevates the meat's natural flavors. Complete your meal with our classic sides of garlic mashed potatoes and haricot verts for a perfectly balanced plate that complements the delicate flavors of your tartare starter.

Contact

🌐 Page Sag Harbor

About

Jamaican-born Chef Cleon Clarke brings his distinctive blend of Caribbean, Asian and New American cooking to Page Restaurant in Sag Harbor, where regulars return for his signature seasonal curry, duck served two ways, and a meticulously-crafted tuna tartare. When not in the kitchen, you'll find Chef Clarke sampling other cuisines, taking nature walks with family, or writing down new recipes that came to him in his dreams.

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