CITRUS GINGER CRUSTED TUNA LOIN SERVED WITH FUFU, CHAYOTE SLAW, AND SMOKED TOMATO VINAIGRETTE

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Citrus Ginger Crusted Tuna Loin Served with Fufu, Chayote Slaw, and Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 34

6 (7 to 8 ounce) tuna loins
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 tablespoon orange zest
3 cups fine cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs lightly beaten
2 to 3 tablespoons salad oil
Fufu, recipe follows
Chayote Slaw, recipe follows
Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette, recipe follows
Serving suggestions: fried plantains and grilled shrimp
6 slices smoked bacon, diced
1 onion, diced small
1 ripe plantain peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
4 teaspoons sour cream
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
1 lime, juiced
1/2 cup salad oil
3 chayote, julienne
2 cups julienne green cabbage
1 seedless cucumber, julienne
1 cup fresh corn kernels
1/2 red bell pepper, julienne
1 cup julienne jicama
1/4 tablespoon chopped habanero, optional
2 teaspoons chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper
12 ripe plum tomatoes halved crosswise
1 cup salad oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Season the tuna with salt and pepper.
  • Coat the tuna with the mustard using a pastry brush.
  • You will need three bowls. In one bowl, mix the ginger and zests into the cornmeal. Put flour in a second bowl. Put eggs in a third bowl.
  • Dredge the tuna first in the flour then in the eggs and finally in the corn meal. Let dry for about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Heat a saute pan, and add oil. Put the tuna in the pan and brown on all sides, about 1 to 2 minutes per side.
  • Slice tuna and assemble with Fufu, Chayote Slaw, and Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette. Garnish with fried plantains and grilled shrimp if desired.
  • Fry the bacon in a hot skillet together with onions until bacon is crisp and onions caramelize. Remove from the heat. Bring a saucepan of water to boil. Add plantains, reduce heat, and simmer until soft, about 15 to 18 minutes. Drain and transfer the plantains to a mixing bowl and mash. Add bacon and onions. Keep warm.
  • Whisk the sour cream in a large mixing bowl until smooth, then add the vinegar, lime juice, and oil. Stir in all the remaining ingredients. Correct the seasonings by adding salt, pepper, or vinegar, to taste. Serve at room temperature.
  • Place the tomatoes in a perforated pan over a smoker on high heat until wisps of smoke begin to appear. Tightly cover the smoker and reduce the heat to medium. Smoke the tomatoes until hot and soft, about 25 to 30 minutes. Place the smoked tomatoes, oil, and seasonings in a blender at high speed until smooth. Adjust seasonings.

Gamer XS
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This recipe is a winner! The tuna is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. The slaw is also a great addition. I highly recommend this recipe.


Madison Morris
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I'm not a big fan of tuna, but this recipe changed my mind. The citrus and ginger crust was so flavorful and the tuna was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Taiyyab Khan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The tuna was cooked perfectly and the flavors were spot-on. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.


Ashraf Paluan
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I'm not a fan of citrus flavors, but I still enjoyed this recipe. The tuna was cooked perfectly and the crust was flavorful. The slaw was also a nice touch. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who likes citrus flavors.


Osidele Omobolanle
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I had some trouble finding chayote squash, but I was able to substitute it with zucchini. The recipe still turned out great! The tuna was cooked perfectly and the crust was crispy and flavorful. The slaw was also a nice addition. I would definitely r


MEHAR FF
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The tuna was cooked perfectly and the crust was flavorful. The slaw was also a nice touch. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who likes spicy food.


Josh Hooks
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I love this recipe! The tuna is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. The slaw is also a great addition. I highly recommend this recipe.


Khan Asreful
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This recipe is a winner! The tuna was flaky and moist, and the crust was crispy and flavorful. The slaw was also a nice addition. I will definitely be making this again.


DESMOND Hekau
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I'm not a big fan of tuna, but this recipe changed my mind. The citrus and ginger crust was so flavorful and the tuna was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Adnan Nayamat
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The tuna was cooked perfectly and the flavors were spot-on. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.


Sipho Ntuli
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! The tuna was amazing and the slaw was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Ssekibuule alfred
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I made this recipe for dinner last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the tuna and the slaw. The flavors were perfect and the tuna was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


User X
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This recipe is a keeper! The tuna was cooked to perfection and the flavors were incredible. The citrus and ginger crust was amazing, and the fufu chayote slaw was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again and again.


TM majed5
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I tried this recipe last night and it was fantastic! The tuna was moist and flaky, and the crust was crispy and flavorful. The fufu chayote slaw was also a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Rino Sultan
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This recipe was a hit! The tuna was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. The citrus and ginger crust was flavorful and the fufu chayote slaw was a great complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious