Sashimi Marinated Tuna

Look for Sushi - Grade fresh Tuna for this recipe. 

2 – Sashimi Tuna Steaks about 1 ½” thick

2 tablespoons of olive oil 

Salt & pepper

Sesame Seeds - Black/White

Fried Lemon Rind (Recipe follows) - Optional 

Marinade:

3 Tablespoons of olive oil (or lemon olive oil)

1 Tablespoon of champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar

1 ½ tablespoons of rinsed and dried small capers 

½ cup coriander (cilantro) leaves, chopped – or Italian parsley

For the marinade, combine all ingredients and mix well.  

Brush tuna steaks on each side with oil.  Sprinkle with sesame seeds.  Cook on a pre-heated barbeque or in a grill pan over high head for 2 minutes on each side or until cooked to your liking.  Season to taste during cooking.  

Cool for 3-4 minutes before slicing or cubing. Place in a serving dish, pour over marinade, sprinkle with fried lemon rind and serve warm or at room temperature.

Fried Lemon Rind: 

Remove the rind from 2 lemons using a vegetable peeler and cut into fine strips.  Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan and cook the rind over medium heat, stirring for 2-3 minutes or until golden. 

Drain on paper towels.

Can be served as an appetizer (2 steaks would serve 4-5 people)…or as a main 

course for 2.