Tuna Loin Bluefin 1kg – Great Flavour
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Is Tuna Loin Healthy
Low in calories but packed with minerals and nutrients, tuna is a powerhouse of essential nutrients and omega-3 fatty acids – full of good fat and protein.
What to best serve with seared Tuna Loin
The best side dishes to serve with seared tuna are grilled asparagus, mango salsa, quinoa salad, garlic mashed potatoes, bok choy, cucumber salad, edamame ,sauteed spinach with garlic, risotto, and roasted vegetables.
Grilled Tuna steaks with Peperonata recipe
Peperonata is a vibrant, Southern Italian side of gorgeous grilled peppers mixed with olives, capers and vinegar.
The sweet-sharp flavour cuts through meaty, oily tuna steak in the most delicious way, giving you a well-balanced midweek meal, that’s good for you too.
Ingredients
- 2 red peppers, seeded and halved
- 1 yellow pepper, seeded and halved
- 1 orange pepper, seeded and halved
- 4 fresh tuna steaks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 100g kalamata olives, pitted
- 2 tbsp capers, drained and rinsed
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 50g rocket
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Method
- Arrange the peppers, cut-side down, on a baking tray.
- Grill or griddle on a high heat for 10 mins, or until the skin is lightly charred, then turn them over and cook for a further 5 mins.
- Tip into a bowl, cover with clingfilm and leave to steam for 5 mins.
- When cool enough to handle, peel and discard the skins, then cut into strips.
- Heat a griddle pan on the hob until smoking.
- Season the tuna, then drizzle with the oil. Cook for 1-2 mins on each side, or until cooked to your liking.
- Meanwhile, make the peperonata by combining the peppers, olives, capers, vinegar, basil and seasoning in a large bowl.
- Add the rocket and toss well.
- Divide between 4 shallow bowls or serving plates and top each with a tuna steak.
- Serve with a wedge of lemon for squeezing over.
Fresh Tuna Steaks comes in a long loin that a fishmonger cuts into hearty steaks. Depending on the variety, raw tuna varies from light pink to a reddish-brown colour.
The steaks are sold already skinned and when purchasing, figure on one 4-5-ounce per person. If frozen, thaw tuna in the refrigerator.
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