My neighbor is an avid fisherman -- lucky me! He brought over some fresh Ahi and I decided to try something a little different with it's preparation. I had recently picked up some honey from the farmers market and had a bunch of fresh cilantro so I let my mind wander... The subtle sweetness of the honey coupled with the fresh cilantro is a wonderful glaze to top the marinated ahi. Just delicious!
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"The subtle sweetness of the honey coupled with the fresh cilantro
is a wonderful glaze to top the marinated ahi." |
INGREDIENTS:
2-3
Ahi Tuna Steaks
1/4
cup olive oil
1/4
cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
1/2
teaspoon lime zest
3
Tbs. balsamic vinegar
3
garlic cloves, crushed and finely chopped
2
teaspoons ginger
1/3
cup fresh cilantro, chopped (reserve a bit for garnish)
1/4
cup honey
2
tablespoons olive oil
PREPARATION:
1.
In
a glass bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice and zest, balsamic vinegar, garlic,
ginger, and cilantro.
2.
Place
tuna steaks in a large ZipLoc plastic and pour marinade over the steaks. Seal bag and marinate in the refrigerator for
2 hours.
3.
In
a small bowl, combine honey and olive oil.
Set aside.
4.
Heat
a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. (If you do not have a non-stick skillet,
gently wipe a bit of canola oil over the bottom of the pan.)
5.
Remove
steaks from marinade and place on hot skillet.
Cook for 1-2 minutes and gently turn; cook for an additional 1-2
minutes. Steaks should be seared on the
outside and rare on the inside.
6.
Remove
steaks from skillet and place on cutting board.
Using a sharp knife cut steaks into 1/2" strips.
7.
Fan
steak strips across place; brush honey mixture over each steak and sprinkle
with cilantro.
8.
Serve
and enjoy!
