Pistachio Crusted Tunny Steak with Tunisian Skillet
A flavorful and aromatic dish, combining the freshness of tuna with the warmth of Tunisia and the crunch of pistachios.
Ingredients
- β4 (6 oz each) tuna steak
- β2 tbsp pistachio meal
- β2 tbsp olive oil
- β2 cloves garlic
- β1 tsp tunisian spice blend
- βto taste salt
- βto taste black pepper
- β1 (juice and wedges) lemon
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
- 2
Season the tuna steaks with salt, black pepper, and tunisian spice blend.
- 3
In a shallow dish, mix pistachio meal and a pinch of salt.
- 4
Dip each tuna steak in the pistachio mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 5
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 6
Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes per side, or until browned.
- 7
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked to desired doneness.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes.
- 9
Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice and a side of your choice.