Seared Cumin Tuna Steak
Coconut oil, ideal for high temperature pan frying & searing, lends a sweet tropical flavor to this dish. Tuna is delicious but feel free to substitute any firm whitefish, including mahi mahi, halibut or sturgeon.
Ingredients
- 4 − 6oz tuna steaks (about 3/4 inch thick)
- 2 T crushed cumin seeds or ground cumin
- 1/4 t garlic powder
- 1/4 t salt
- 1/8 t ground cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
- 2 T unrefined coconut oil
- 2 T freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 T coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
- lime wedges for garnish (1 lime)
Details
Preparation time 25mins
Cooking time 25mins
Adapted from wholefoodsmarket.com
Preparation
Step 1
1. In a small bowl, combine cumin, garlic powder, salt, & cayenne pepper; stir to blend.
2. Sprinkle cumin mixture evenly over fish, coating it completely.
3. Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over high heat until hot. Place fish in hot skillet, partially covering the skillet w/a lid to lessen the splattering.
4. Sear for approx. 3 min. Turn fish over & sprinkle w/lime juice, continue to cook until lightly browned on the outside & opaque in the center, approx. 3 min.
5. Transfer fish to plates, garnish w/cilantro & lime wedges.
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