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Tuna Steaks with Tomatillo Salsa

By Diana Rattray, About.com

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Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 8 tomatillos, remove husks and chop
  • 2 tomatoes, peeled, seeds removed, chopped
  • 2 finely chopped green onions
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoons lime juice
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 jalapeno or other hot chile, seeded and minced
  • 4 tuna steaks, 6 to 8 ounces each
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Preparation:

In medium bowl, combine chopped tomatillos, chopped tomatoes, chopped green onions, garlic, 1/2 cup olive oil, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Add chili peppers, if desired. Refrigerate the salsa until about 1 hour before serving and then bring to room temperature. Brush tuna steaks with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Broil or grill tuna steaks about 4" from heat, turning once, about 4 minutes on each side, or until fish is cooked to desired doneness. Serve with salsa.
Serves 4.

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