**Grilled Tuna with Red Peppers: A Symphony of Flavors**
Indulge in the culinary delight of grilled tuna, expertly paired with the vibrant sweetness of roasted red peppers. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, sure to tantalize your taste buds and impress your dinner guests. Savor the tender, flaky tuna, infused with a smoky char from the grill, complemented by the juicy, caramelized red peppers. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a novice cook, this recipe is crafted to guide you effortlessly through the process, ensuring a perfect meal every time. Discover the art of grilling tuna to perfection, while exploring variations such as a refreshing tuna salad with tangy lemon-herb dressing, a hearty tuna burger with a touch of spice, and a Mediterranean-inspired tuna steak with a vibrant salsa verde. Grilled tuna with red peppers is not just a meal; it's an experience that celebrates the beauty of simple, fresh ingredients, grilled to perfection.
TUNA CRUSTED WITH ALEPPO PEPPERS WITH TANGERINE-GREEN ONION RELISH, MELTED LEEKS AND RED WINE-POMEGRANATE REDUCTION
Steps:
- Season tuna on both sides with salt. Dust 1 side of the tuna with the peppers. Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Sear the tuna, pepper side down, until golden brown, about 1 to 2 minutes, turn over and continue cooking for 2 minutes for medium-rare doneness.
- To plate, divide the melted leeks onto 4 serving plates. Arrange each tuna steak on top of the melted leeks. Place a tablespoon of the Tangerine-Green Onion Relish on top of the tuna, and drizzle the entire dish with the Red-Wine Pomegranate Reduction.
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place leeks, onion, carrot, celery, and water to cover in a large pot and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until cooked through, about 20 to 25 minutes. Drain well and thinly slice.
- Heat oil and butter in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add leaks, season with salt and pepper and cook for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Place wine and port in a small saucepan and reduce to 1 cup. Whisk in pomegranate molasses and sugar and taste for sweetness. Whisk in cold butter just before serving and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
ROASTED RED PEPPER FILLED WITH TUNA
This recipe is an adaptation of a classic Provençal dish. A roasted red pepper filled with a flavorful combination of canned tuna, capers, anchovy and lemon juice makes a satisfying and healthy meal for one.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, for one, quick, roasts
Time 15m
Yield 1 generous serving
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Roast the pepper directly over a gas burner or under the broiler, turning often until uniformly charred. Remove from the heat, and place in a bowl. Cover tightly, and allow to cool.
- While you're waiting for the pepper to cool, make the tuna filling. Combine the garlic and a generous pinch of salt in a mortar and pestle, and mash to a paste. Add the anchovy, if using, and mash with the garlic. Add the capers, and mash together. In a bowl, break up the tuna with a fork, then stir in the garlic mixture, the lemon juice, olive oil and the yogurt. Add more yogurt or olive oil if the mixture seems dry. Season to taste with pepper (it should not need salt), and stir in the parsley.
- When the pepper is cool enough to handle, peel and discard the blackened skin, rinse briefly and pat dry. Cut away the top, then cut or pull apart the pepper into thirds. Remove seeds and membranes, holding the pepper over a bowl so that you can catch any juice. Lay the pepper pieces on a plate. Season with a little salt and pepper if desired, and fill with the tuna mixture. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 322, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 844 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GRILLED YELLOWFIN TUNA WITH OVEN-ROASTED PEPPERS
Steps:
- Preheat grill to high heat.
- Rub olive oil over each steak and season with salt and pepper. Transfer steaks to grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side for rare. Place in the refrigerator to make the slicing easier.
- Serve with Oven-Roasted Peppers.
- Over a gas flame, or under the broiler, roast peppers until the skin blisters and turns black, turning with tongs so they get evenly charred. Place the peppers in a bowl and cover with plastic for 15 to 20 minutes. Uncover, peel off the blackened skin, remove the core, and discard the seeds and ribs. Cut the peppers into thin strips and place in a clean bowl. Add the fresh herbs, shallots, garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar and toss to combine.
GRILLED TUNA WITH ANCHOVY VINAIGRETTE AND BLACK OLIVE-RED PEPPER RELISH
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise, vinegar, olive oil, anchovy fillets, shallots, in a blender and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Combine peppers, olives, garlic, thyme, parsley, vinegar, and honey in a mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature. Preheat grill. Brush tuna with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Grill rare to medium rare. Drizzle with vinaigrette and top with relish.
GRILLED TUNA AND PEPPERS WITH CAPER VINAIGRETTE
Sweet peppers and a pleasingly salty vinaigrette enhance the meaty fish.
Provided by Melissa Roberts-Matar
Categories Citrus Fish Vegetable Quick & Easy Tuna Bell Pepper Summer Grill/Barbecue Capers Gourmet
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare gas grill for cooking over direct high heat.
- While grill heats, cut peppers lengthwise into quarters, discarding stems and seeds. Trim ends so that quarters lie flat.
- Sprinkle tuna all over with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook tuna and peppers on lightly oiled grill rack, turning over once, until tuna is pink only in center and peppers are just tender, 4 to 6 minutes total (peppers may take longer than tuna). Transfer tuna and peppers as cooked to a serving plate.
- While tuna cooks, whisk together lemon juice, mustard, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Whisk in capers and parsley.
- Serve tuna topped with peppers and caper vinaigrette.
TUNA STEAKS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE
I just love this, serve with a tossed salad, roasted potatoes and crusty bread. Or just serve as is with just the bread.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Tuna
Time 35m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to a hot skillet.
- Sear tuna steaks on both sides.
- Melt 1/4 cup butter and stir in 1 tablespoon of flour.
- Add 3/4 cup of white wine and then add the flour and butter mixture.
- Add roasted red pepers and seasonings.
- Stir sauce until mixed well.
- Cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes or until desired doneness is reached.
PEPPERED TUNA KABOBS
When we barbecue, we like to wow our guests, so dogs and burgers are out! We make tuna skewers topped with salsa-the perfect easy recipe. My five kids like to help me put them together. -Jennifer Ingersoll, Herndon, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For salsa, in a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; set aside., Rub tuna with pepper. On four metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread red peppers, tuna and mango., Place skewers on greased grill rack. Cook, covered, over medium heat, turning occasionally, until tuna is slightly pink in center (medium-rare) and peppers are tender, 10-12 minutes. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRILLED TUNA AND ROASTED PEPPER SANDWICHES ON THYME FOCACCIA
Yield Makes 6 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- If using tuna steaks, prepare grill.
- Season tuna steaks with salt and pepper and grill on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until just cooked through. (Alternatively, tuna steaks may be grilled in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.) Transfer tuna to a platter and cool. In a large sealable plastic bag combine lemon juice, thyme, and 1/4 cup oil and add grilled tuna. Marinate grilled tuna, chilled, turning bag occasionally, at least 1 hour and up to 1 day. If using canned tuna, drain tuna and in a bowl stir together with lemon juice, thyme, 1/4 cup oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
- In a bowl toss together parsley, onion, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil and season with salt and pepper. Pat roasted peppers dry. Halve focaccia horizontally and layer one half with peppers, tuna, capers, and parsley salad. Top sandwich with remaining focaccia half, pressing gently, and cut lengthwise in half and crosswise into thirds to make 6 sandwiches. Cut sandwiches in half diagonally and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Chill sandwiches at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
GRILLED SWISS CHEESE, TUNA AND RED PEPPER SANDWICHES
Categories Sandwich Quick & Easy Lunch Tuna Bell Pepper Swiss Cheese Gourmet
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl whisk together the roasted peppers, the mayonnaise, the lemon juice, and the cumin, add the tuna, flaked, the egg, the cherry pepper, and salt and black pepper to taste, combine the mixture well. Split the rolls, divide the mixture between the bottoms, and top each portion with half the onion, 2 slices of the Swiss cheese, and the tops of the rolls. In a large skillet heat the oil over moderate heat until it is hot but not smoking and in it cook the sandwiches, pressing them with a spatula and turning them, for 8 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
TUNA WITH RED BELL PEPPER SAUCE
Tuna steaks are best seared quickly, leaving the flesh still pink and almost raw inside. The sauce is also good with other grilled or pan-fried fish.
Yield serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare the sauce first. Place the peppers and garlic on a sheet of foil on an oven tray and place under a preheated broiler, 2 1/2 to 6 1/2 inches from the broiler. Turn the peppers until their skins are black and blistered all over. Remove the garlic when it feels soft. Alternatively-and more easily-roast both the peppers and garlic in the hottest oven for about 30 minutes (take out the garlic much sooner, when it feels soft), or until the peppers are soft and their skins blistered and blackened, turning them once after 15 minutes.
- To loosen their skins further, put the peppers in a strong plastic bag, twist it shut, and leave for 10 to 15 minutes. Another old way that has the same effect is to put them in a pan with a tight-fitting lid for the same length of time. When the peppers are cool enough to handle, peel them and remove and discard the stems and seeds. Peel the roasted garlic cloves.
- Blend the roasted peppers and garlic in a food processor with the rest of the sauce ingredients.
- Heat the oil in a large, preferably nonstick, skillet. Put in the tuna steaks and cook over high heat for less than 1 minute on each side, sprinkling lightly with salt. The time depends on the thickness of the piece. Cut into a steak with a pointed knife to test it; it should be soft and still pink inside.
- Serve the tuna steaks on top of the sauce, sprinkled with the chopped parsley.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Tuna: Opt for fresh or frozen solid tuna steaks that are at least 1-inch thick for best grilling results.
- Prepare the Marinade: Create a flavorful marinade by combining olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, and spices of your choice. Marinate the tuna steaks for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight, to infuse them with delicious flavors.
- Grill at the Right Temperature: Heat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400-450°F) before grilling the tuna steaks. This will help sear the outside and prevent the fish from sticking to the grates.
- Cook to the Desired Doneness: Grill the tuna steaks for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until the internal temperature reaches 125°F. For medium, cook for an additional 1-2 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F.
- Let it Rest: Once the tuna steaks are cooked, let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the fish, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bite.
Conclusion:
Grilled tuna with roasted red peppers is a delectable dish that combines the succulent flavors of tuna with the vibrant sweetness of roasted peppers. By following these tips and the detailed recipe instructions provided, you can create a restaurant-quality grilled tuna dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or preparing a special meal for loved ones, this recipe is sure to impress and delight your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
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