Grilled Tuna with Black Bean Chili, Avocados, and F

Name: Grilled Tuna with Black Bean Chili, Avocados, and Fried Tortillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup chopped yellow onions; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 jalapeno, stemmed, seeded, and chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 1 cup dried black beans; 8 cups chicken stock; 1 fresh lime, juiced; Essence, recipe follows; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons cumin; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 (6-ounce) fresh tuna steaks; 6 (8-inch) corn tortillas, cut into 1/8-inch strips; Avocado puree, recipe follows; 1 avocado, peeled, pitted and chopped; Juice from 1/2 of a fresh lemon; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onions
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 jalapeno, stemmed, seeded, and chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 cup dried black beans
8 cups chicken stock
1 fresh lime, juiced
Essence, recipe follows
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon butter
4 (6-ounce) fresh tuna steaks
6 (8-inch) corn tortillas, cut into 1/8-inch strips
Avocado puree, recipe follows
1 avocado, peeled, pitted and chopped
Juice from 1/2 of a fresh lemon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

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["Preheat the grill.", "Preheat the fryer.", "In a saucepan, over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of the oil.", "When the oil is hot, add the onions.", "Season with salt and pepper.", "Saute the onions until soft, about 2 minutes.", "Add the jalapenos, garlic and beans.", "Continue to saute for 1 minute.", "Season with Essence.", "Stir in the stock and lime juice.", "Season with Essence, chili powder and cumin.", "Bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer for about 1 hour or until the beans are tender.", "Reseason the beans with salt and pepper.", "Stir in the cilantro and butter.", "Remove from the heat.", "Season the tuna with olive oil and Essence.", "Place the tuna on the grill and cook for 2 minutes on each side for rare.", "Remove from the grill.", "Place the tortilla strips in the hot oil and fry until crispy, about 2 minutes.", "Remove from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate.", "Season the tortillas with Essence.", "Season with salt and pepper.", "To assemble, spoon the Black Bean Chili in the center of each plate.", "Place the tuna on top of the chili.", "Drizzle the tuna with the Avocado Puree.", "Garnish with the fried tortillas.", "Combine all the ingredients in a food processor, fitted with a metal blade.", "Puree until smooth.", "Season with salt and pepper.", "Serve immediately.", "Yield: about 1 cup", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"

1550

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

188

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 29 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 cup chopped yellow onions, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 jalapeno, stemmed, seeded, and chopped, and more.

Yes, Grilled Tuna with Black Bean Chili, Avocados, and Fried Tortillas falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Tuna with Black Bean Chili, Avocados, and Fried Tortillas

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