Canarian Style Tuna Steak (Atún a la Canaria)
Atún a la Canaria, or Canarian Style Tuna Steak, is a delicious and flavorful dish from the Canary Islands. This recipe features a juicy tuna steak marinated in a blend of traditional Canarian spices and then pan-seared to perfection.
Ingredients
- 4 tuna steaks
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, and olive oil to create the marinade.
- Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper, then rub the marinade all over the steaks. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sear the tuna steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they reach the desired level of doneness.
- Remove the tuna steaks from the pan and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Frying pan Tongs Small bowl
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Atún a la Canaria with a side of Canarian wrinkled potatoes and a fresh green salad.
Tips & tricks
For best results, make sure to not overcook the tuna steaks to keep them juicy and tender.
Cost
$20