Abuelo's Pan Seared Tuna Appetizer |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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I haven't tried this recipe yet. It is an Abuelo's recipe featured in the Cinncinnati newspaper. Since it's an appetizer, I'm guessing at 2 three-ounce servings. Chilling time not included in preparation time. Ingredients:
1/2 cup lawry's seasoned salt |
1/3 cup dried red pepper, crushed |
3 tablespoons garlic granules |
1 teaspoon cumin (comino) |
1 tablespoon onion powder |
1 tablespoon celery salt |
6 ounces tuna, loin |
3/4 teaspoon bistec seasoning (more if desired) |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, coarse grind (more if desired) |
canola oil (for frying) |
2 ounces mixed baby lettuces and spring greens |
1/4 lemon, for garnish |
mustard, for garnish |
honey lime dressing (to garnish, honey lime dressing honey lime dressing or store bought) |
Directions:
1. For the Bistec seasoning:.
2. Blend all ingredients together.
3. Season Tuna with Bistec Seasoning and pepper.
4. Heat nonstick sauté pan over high heat.
5. Add 1-2 tablespoons oil to pan.
6. Sear tuna on each side for 30-45 seconds.
7. Refrigerate, then slice tuna fillet in 1/8 inch thick slices when chilled.
8. Place spring mix in center of a chilled plate.
9. Fan seared, sliced tuna on the front edge of the spring mix.
10. Place lemon at 1 o'clock and a dot of mustard at 11 o'clock on the plate.
11. Pour a ribbon of honey lime dressing from edge to edge of the tuna fan at the bottom of the plate.
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