29/10/2023

SIMPLE COOKING TIPS FOR FRESH TUNA

Tuna is a dietary staple because it is easy to prepare and has a delicious meaty texture. This mild-tasting fish tastes even fresher. Tuna steaks are a healthful alternative to beef steaks. They have a similar texture but are low in fat and rich in heart healthy Omega-3 fatty acids. Like beef steaks, you can enjoy tuna steak any way that you like: grilled, fried, broiled or sautéed.
Grill or Broil Tuna
  1. Pat down the steaks with a paper towel to remove any water.
  2. Brush the steaks with olive oil and seasoning or marinade them for 1 hour. (Tuna steaks pair well with Asian sauces such as sesame, teriyaki and soy).
  3. If grilling, coat the racks with oil and pre-heat them to avoid sticking. If you are using charcoal, wait until it is red. If broiling, preheat the broiler.
  4. Place the steaks on the grill or in the over.
  5. Cook on each side for 2 to 4 minutes, until the outside is a nice grayish tan or brown and the meat is flaky.
Pan-fry Tuna
  1. Prepare the tuna by following the first two steps for grilling and broiling tuna.
  2. Warm a skillet on medium-high to high heat.
  3. Add oil to the pan, once it is hot, and place the tuna steaks in the pan.
  4. Sear each side of the steak for 2 to 4 minutes.
Bake Tuna
  1. Preheat the oven to between 180 and 200 Celsius degrees (depending on the size and thickness of the steaks).
  2. Prepare the tuna by following the first two steps for grilling and broiling tuna.
  3. Wrap the tuna steaks in alumina foil.
  4. Bake for 15 to 25 minutes in the oven or until nicely browned or grayish and flaky.
 
 
 
Source: https://cfishct.com/blog/simple-cooking-tips-fresh-tuna/