Seared Tuna With Guacamole and Basil |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A light appetizer, that goes great with Cabernet or other red wine. Best with used with FRESH tuna. Ingredients:
2 tuna steaks (1/2 lb each, 4 1/2 inch diameter) |
2 avocados |
2 lemons, juiced |
1/2 bunch fresh parsley |
1 tablespoon minced onion |
2 teaspoons minced garlic |
fresh black pepper, coarsely ground |
1 dash tabasco sauce |
3 tablespoons olive oil |
salt |
1 cup fresh basil |
toasted pita bread, cut in triangles |
Directions:
1. Drizzle tuna with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. In a very hot pan, sear tuna for 1 minute on each side (for rare).
3. For Sauce: Cream 1 avocado to a smooth consistency, cut other avocado into 1/4-inch cubes, to add texture.
4. Mix all remaining ingredients in avocado mixture.
5. Slice tuna into bite-sized (2-inch) pieces, top with a spoonful of guacamole.
6. Serve on toasted pitas.
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