Grilled Tuna With Capers And Tomato Sauce

1. 1

   prepare a charcoal grill or preheat broiler.

2. 2

   place the tuna on a flat dish and spoon 1 tablespoon oil over it.

3. 3

   sprinkle with salt and pepper, red pepper flakes and thyme and spread well into the steaks.

4. 4

   cover with plastic wrap and let stand at least 15 minutes before grilling heat the remaining tablespoon olive oil in a small skillet.

5. 5

   add the capers and cook briefly over medium high heat.

6. 6

   add the tomatoes, salt and pepper and lemon juice and cook for 5 minutes, keep warm.

7. 7

   if using a grill, rub the rack lightly with olive oil.

8. 8

   place the fish on the grill and cook for 3 minutes, then turn and cook for antoher 3 minutes for rare.

9. 9

   if you wish the fish to vew more well done, cook longer on each side.

10. 10

    if broiling place in pan and broil for 6 minutes for rare, turning once.

11. 11

    remove fish and cut it into thin diagonal slices.

12. 12

    to serve, divide the tomatoes among 4 warm plates.

13. 13

    place the tuna slices on top and sprinkle with basil or parsley.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.