Grilled Tuna With Herbs Recipe

Name: Grilled Tuna With Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 slab of tuna, preferably from the belly portion, about 1 3/4 pounds; Salt to taste if desired; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/4 cup olive oil; 6 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and cut into very thin slices; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 4 strips lemon rind; ⅛ teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon melted butter

Servings: persons

1
Preheat charcoal or gas grill or broiler to high.
2
Sprinkle tuna with salt and pepper on both sides.
3
Place oil in a flat dish and add thyme, garlic, lemon juice, lemon rind and hot red pepper flakes.
4
Add tuna and coat on both sides.
5
Remove tuna from the marinade.
6
Add butter to marinade, and place the dish in a warm place.
7
If tuna is to be cooked on a charcoal or gas grill, place it directly on the grill, fatty side down, and cook, turning often, 5 to 6 minutes.
8
If it is to be cooked under a broiler, arrange tuna on a rack, fatty side up.
9
Broil about 2 inches from heat, leaving broiler door partly open.
10
Cook 3 minutes and turn; continue cooking 2 minutes.
11
Transfer tuna to marinade.
12
Turn tuna to coat on both sides.
13
Cut into thin slices and serve.

207

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 slab of tuna, preferably from the belly portion, about 1 3/4 pounds, Salt to taste if desired, Freshly ground pepper to taste, 1/4 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Grilled Tuna With Herbs 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Tuna With Herbs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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