Seared Tuna With Dragon Fruit Salsa
A farmer's market and fresh local ingredients shine in this internationally-inspired tuna with dragon fruit salsa. Serve with simple curried and stir-fried farm-fresh veggies like okra and eggplant, and coconut rice...
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Ingredients
- 1 small dragonfruit - diced*
- 1 shallot - minced*
- 1 serrano - fresno, or jalapeno chile, minced
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped mint - cilantro, or basil
- 1 tbsp. White Vermouth Vinegar
- sea salt and ground pepper to taste
- 4 fresh ahi tuna steaks*
- a drizzle of olive or coconut oil
- sea salt and fresh ground pepper
- *See Notes
Instructions
- Breaking down a dragonfruit looks intimidating, but is really quite simple. Slice in half lengthwise, and use a spoon around the outer edge to scoop out the flesh. See notes for a video on this process. You will want a fairly small dice, 1/4" or so. Add to a small prep bowl.
- Add minced chile, shallot or onion, and vinegar. Stir to combine.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat your grill or griddle pan to very high heat.
- Rub tuna steaks with coconut oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Sear tuna on both sides. We like "rare," which is typically 1-2 minutes per side.
- Slice tuna steaks. Serve with a generous scoop of salsa.
Notes
For more information on preparing dragon fruit, see How to Eat Dragon Fruit.
Substitute red onion or scallions for the shallot if desired.
Use a good quality vinegar. It doesn't have to be white vermouth vinegar. Sherry vinegar, white wine vinegar, champagne or blush vinegar will work fine. Lime juice is also nice. Avoid strong flavored or colored vinegar like balsamic and apple cider vinegar.
I've used fresh mint, basil, and cilantro, and we've liked them all. Make your choice based on local availability and preference.
You don't have to use tuna! Feel free to substitute your favorite fresh fish, and cook to desired doneness. We just prefer raw!
NOTE: Macronutrients are an approximation only using unbranded ingredients and MyFitnessPal.com. Please do your own research with the products you’re using if you have a serious health issue or are following a specific diet.
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