Tuna Steak Night

Tuna!  It doesn't just come in cans.  And my BFF A-man had some decent priced tuna steaks that I couldn't resist.

So, here's the marinade:

• 2 tablespoons ginger root , freshly grated
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• salt  

I had just bought my first ever ginger root, so this was an adventure!

And since I hardly ever use lemon or lime juice without also using the zest, I just want you all to know how difficult it is to zest a lime WEDGE.

Anyway, all that aside, mix up your marinade and tell the steaks to dive in.

The original recipe is for grilling, but I pan fried them due to it being winter and all.  Tuna steaks are naturally heart-shaped!

 Fry to perfection.  Serve with a side salad or two :)

And don't forget to add a local wine that reminds you of the sea.

So tasty.  Tuna steaks are much better than the canned version!  It's not too fishy, and as Kyle put it, "It's just like steak!  I mean a REAL steak!"  A nice treat on the night before he left for Texas for a week for work.


Alright, so here's a quick recipe recap for those that want it.

Spicy Grilled Caribbean Tuna

• 2 tablespoons gingerroot , Freshly Grated
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• salt
• 4 tuna steaks

Directions:

1. Preheat the grill to hot.
2. Line the grill pan with aluminum foil if desired.
3. Place the cumin, coriander, cayenne, oil, lime, ginger and salt in a shallow dish and mix well.
4. Add the fish and turn to coat on all sides. Grill for 3-5 minutes on each side or to your liking.
5. Serve immediately.