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grilled tuna and caper sauce

Grilled Tuna Steaks with Caper Sauce

Serving Size: 4

Ingredients

Tuna Steaks
  • 2 lb fresh tuna steaks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • ½ tsp dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper

Caper Sauce

  • 2 tbsp finely chopped scallions
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp green olives, chopped (Spanish with pimento recommended)
  • 2 tbsp capers, chopped
  • 1 tsp anchovy paste
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • ⅓ cup olive oil

Instructions

For the Tuna:

  1. In a shallow dish, mix olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, rosemary, and parsley.
  2. Add tuna steaks to the marinade and let sit for no more than 5 minutes.
  3. Remove tuna from the marinade and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Grill or sear in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.

For the Caper Sauce:

  1. In a bowl, combine scallions, parsley, olives, capers, anchovy paste, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil.
  2. Mix well.

To Serve:

  • Place grilled tuna steaks on a plate and spoon the caper sauce over the top.
  • Serve immediately.

 

Author: Davina and Michele
Prep Time: ~25 mins
Cook Time: ~15
Category: N/A
Seafood Type: N/A