| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Difficulty: Moderate | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 350 | 14g | 3g | 24g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 18g | 2g | 35g | 0.7g |
As a proud California native with a Fusion cooking niche, Grilled Tuna with Tomatoes and Fish Mint quickly became one of my most preferred home-cooked meals. Created with love and thoughtfully chosen ingredients, this recipe is a tribute to my East-West heritage. It offers a delicate balance of flavors, marrying the robustness of tuna with the acidic zest of tomatoes and a refreshing finish of fish mint, a unique ingredient that takes me back to my Gujarati roots.
A Profusion of Flavors and Nutrition
Drawing inspiration from my Indian-American fusion style, this dish isn’t just about tantalizing taste-buds. It packs a whole lot of health perks as well. The power-protein disaster, tuna, is known to boost heart health, enhance energy levels, and promote muscle development. Its partnering act, tomatoes, are considered a nutritional powerhouse. They’re abundant in antioxidants, including lycopene, which holds cancer-fighting properties. It’s a winning combination without compromise on taste or health.
A Versatile Adaptable Delight
Another reason for my adoration of the Grilled Tuna with Tomatoes and Fish Mint recipe is its versatility. This dish works as a standalone centerpiece of a gourmet dinner, or as a delightful accompaniment to a light vegetable salad or roasted potatoes. If you’ve ever had Caprese salad or Tandoori fish, you’ll understand how well the grilling method enhances the simple ingredients and results in a marvelous culinary delight.
Similarly, tossing in some fresh basil adds an Italian flare to the recipe, livening up the senses and blending seamlessly with the Gujarati-inspired fish mint. It’s a beautiful convergence of flavors that embodies my reimagined East-West fusion cooking.
What this grilled tuna recipe brings forth is an edible testament to the rich taste palette of my dual heritages. It’s healthy, delicious, and a delight to share with my dear ones, including my husband Faisal, and our two growing sons. Whether you’re a novice cook or a master in the kitchen, I am confident that this recipe will find a special place in your culinary cookbooks.
Happy Cooking!
Aria
What You’ll Need
- 6 tuna steaks (about 5 oz each)
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 6 medium-sized tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup of fish mint leaves
- 1 large lemons, juiced
- 1 tablespoon of lemon zest
- 1/2 cup of honey
- 1 tablespoon of minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh basil
Method
Step One
Season the tuna steaks on both sides with salt and pepper to taste. Ensure that the seasoning is evenly distributed across all the steaks.
Step Two
Heat the olive oil in a large grill pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tuna steaks to the pan. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side. The steaks should be browned on both sides and cooked to the desired level of doneness.
Step Three
Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, combine the sliced tomatoes and fish mint leaves. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, minced garlic, and chopped fresh basil. Mix all the ingredients well until it all combines into a bright and tangy salad. Set this aside for later.
Step Four
Once the tuna is ready, transfer the steaks to a serving dish. Drizzle any remaining olive oil from the grill pan over the steaks for extra flavor.
Step Five
Serve the grilled tuna hot, topped with the tomato and fish mint salad. Enjoy your Grilled Tuna with Tomatoes and Fish Mint immediately for the best taste and texture.
