Grilled Tuna with Grilled Papaya, Cucumber, and Min

Name: Grilled Tuna with Grilled Papaya, Cucumber, and Mint
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup lime juice; 2 tablespoons fish sauce (noc cham); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1/3 cup peanut oil; 1/4 cup sesame oil; 3/4 cup diced grilled papaya, recipe follows; 1/4 to 1/2 cup diced Maui onions or red onion; 3/4 cup peeled, seeded, and diced cucumber; 3 tablespoons chopped mint; 1 tablespoon chopped basil; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1 1/2 pound piece sushi-grade ahi tuna; Peanut oil; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 strawberry papaya; 2 teaspoons chile oil (found at Asian markets); Salt

Servings: persons

1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce (noc cham)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/3 cup peanut oil
1/4 cup sesame oil
3/4 cup diced grilled papaya, recipe follows
1/4 to 1/2 cup diced Maui onions or red onion
3/4 cup peeled, seeded, and diced cucumber
3 tablespoons chopped mint
1 tablespoon chopped basil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 1/2 pound piece sushi-grade ahi tuna
Peanut oil
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 strawberry papaya
2 teaspoons chile oil (found at Asian markets)
Salt

1
For the vinaigrette: In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, peanut oil, and sesame oil.
2
Add the papaya and onions and mix well.
3
Add the cucumber, mint, basil, sugar, and white pepper and refrigerate covered in a non-reactive bowl for 2 hours to let the flavors marry.
4
Will keep 24 hours covered, refrigerated.
5
For the tuna: Preheat a grill to high heat.
6
Drizzle the tuna with oil and season with salt and pepper.
7
Place the tuna on the grill and sear on each side for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
8
The inside should be raw.
9
Remove the tuna from the grill.
10
Slice the tuna into 1/4-inch thick slices.
11
Serve the tuna with the vinaigrette.
12
Preheat a grill.
13
Peel and halve the papaya.
14
Scoop out seeds, season with salt and chile oil.
15
Grill for 2 minutes, or until grill marks appear and papaya softens.
16
Dice when cool.

503

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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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup red wine vinegar, 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons fish sauce (noc cham), 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Grilled Tuna with Grilled Papaya, Cucumber, and Mint 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 Grilled Papaya, Cucumber, and Mint

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