Re: Tuna recipes
YELLOW FIN TUNA WITH MELON SALSA
A great combination!
?3/4 cup coarsely chopped honeydew melon, (cantaloupe will substitute)
?1/4 cup chopped red onion
?1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
?2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
?1 taablespoon sesame oil
?4 teaspoons olive oil
?1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
?1 teaspoon minced seeded jalapeņo chile
?2 5-to 6-ounce fresh yellofin or albacore tuna steaks (about 1 inch thick)
?Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Mix cantaloupe, onion, cilantro, 2 teaspoons oil, lime juice and jalapeņo chili in small bowl. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper. Let stand 15 minutes.
?Meanwhile, brush tuna steaks on both sides with remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill tuna until just opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side.
?Transfer tuna to plates. Spoon salsa alongside and serve. 2 Servings
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