Grilled Tuna With Basil Pesto

By á-174942

Ingredients

• BASIL PESTO:
• 2 two-inch-thick tuna steaks - (abt 1 lb ea)
• Kosher salt to taste
• Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 garlic clove peeled
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
• Salt to taste
• Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil - (to 3/4)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat grill to 400 degrees.

Wash and pat dry the tuna steaks. Season with salt and pepper and brush both sides with olive oil. Place tuna on hot grill and sear each side for 2 minutes for rare. If you prefer well done, cook the tuna an additional 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and let it rest.

Into the bowl of a food processor, add the garlic, basil leaves, pine nuts, salt, and pepper. Pulse until finely chopped. With the blender still running, slowly pour 1/2 cup of olive oil. Check for a thick, yet smooth consistency, adding more oil if necessary. Transfer to a bowl and stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan.

Slice the tuna across the grain and on a bias into 1/2-inch thick slices. Place the slices on a serving plate and drizzle with lemon juice. Sauce tuna with pesto.

This recipe yields 4 servings.