tuna steaks with garlic, tomatoes, capers, & basil
This is quick and simple and the sauce is wonderful. I like to add a few red pepper flakes for a little more kick.
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups chopped onions
- 2 - garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
- 4 5-6-oz - ahi tuna steaks, each about 1-inch thick
How To Make tuna steaks with garlic, tomatoes, capers, & basil
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Step 1Heat 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onions; saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; sauté until golden, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, basil, and capers. Simmer uncovered until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
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Step 2Meanwhile, heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in another heavy large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper. Add fish to skillet and cook until light brown at edges but pink in center, about 3 minutes per side.
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Step 3Pour in tomato mixture. Simmer until fish is opaque in center, about 5 minutes longer. Serve fish immediately.
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