Grilled Ahi With Asian Vinaigrette and Straw Potato

Name: Grilled Ahi With Asian Vinaigrette and Straw Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup peanut oil, Loriva; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, grated; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon horseradish; ½ teaspoon wasabi powder or ½ teaspoon wasabi paste; ½ teaspoon brown sugar, packed; 2 large russet potatoes; vegetable oil, for frying; ¼ cup peanut oil, Loriva; 18 large shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded; 2 lbs fresh spinach, washed and dried; 6 tuna steaks, 1-inch-thick; olive oil

Servings: persons

¾ cup peanut oil, Loriva
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, grated
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon horseradish
½ teaspoon wasabi powder or ½ teaspoon wasabi paste
½ teaspoon brown sugar, packed
2 large russet potatoes
vegetable oil, for frying
¼ cup peanut oil, Loriva
18 large shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded
2 lbs fresh spinach, washed and dried
6 tuna steaks, 1-inch-thick
olive oil

1
Make vinaigrette:.
2
In a blender blend vinaigrette ingredients 1 minute, or until smooth, and pour through a fine sieve into a bowl.
3
Vinaigrette may be made 3 days ahead and chilled, covered.
4
Bring vinaigrette to room temperature before using.
5
Make straw potatoes:.
6
Peel potatoes and with a mandolin cut into julienne strips.
7
Rinse potatoes under cold water and drain well.
8
Pat potatoes thoroughly dry with paper towels.
9
In a deep heavy skillet heat 2-inches vegetable oil until a deep-fat thermometers registers 375 and fry potatoes in batches until golden brown, making sure oil returns to 375 before adding each new batch.
10
Transfer potatoes as fried to paper towels to drain and season with salt.
11
In a large heavy skillet heat peanut oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and saute mushrooms, stirring until tender, about 4 minutes.
12
Add spinach and saute, stirring, until tender but still bright green, about 1 minute.
13
Prepare grill.
14
Pat tuna steaks dry and season with salt and pepper.
15
Brush steaks with olive oil.
16
Grill steaks on a and oiled rack set 5-6-inches over glowing coals 1 1/2-2 minutes on each side for rare or 2 1/2-3 minutes for cooked-through fish.
17
Stir 1/4 Cup vinaigrette into spinach mixture and divide among 6 large plates.
18
Top spinach mixture with tuna.
19
Pour 3 tablespoons vinaigrette over each serving and top with a mound of straw potatoes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup peanut oil, Loriva, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Grilled Ahi With Asian Vinaigrette and Straw Potatoes falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Grilled Ahi With Asian Vinaigrette and Straw Potatoes

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