Baked Tuna with Garlic and Lemon (Atum Assado com Alho e Limão)
Atum Assado com Alho e Limão is a delicious Cape Verdean dish that features baked tuna marinated with garlic and lemon, creating a flavorful and aromatic meal.
Ingredients
- 4 tuna steaks
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil.
- Place the tuna steaks in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the garlic and lemon marinade over the tuna steaks, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tuna is cooked to your desired doneness.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 30g
- Fat
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 3g
Supplies
Baking dish Mixing bowl
Tools
Oven Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Atum Assado com Alho e Limão with a side of rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a more intense flavor, marinate the tuna steaks for 30 minutes before baking.
Cost
$20