Jamaican Jerk Tuna Recipe

Name: Jamaican Jerk Tuna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 teaspoons allspice berries, ground; 2 tablespoons dry mustard; 4 teaspoons paprika; 2 teaspoons granulated onion; 2 teaspoons lemon pepper; 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon white pepper or 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 1/2 lbs tuna steaks, 1-inch thick, cut into 4 equal portions; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

8 teaspoons allspice berries, ground
2 tablespoons dry mustard
4 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons granulated onion
2 teaspoons lemon pepper
1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon white pepper or 1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 lbs tuna steaks, 1-inch thick, cut into 4 equal portions
1 tablespoon olive oil

1
For the jerk seasoning:
2
In a small bowl combine the allspice, mustard, paprika, granulated onion, lemon pepper, dried red pepper flakes, ground pepper, cayenne, granulated garlic, cinnamon, salt and thyme.
3
Rinse the tuna with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
4
Rub each side of the tuna pieces with a little of the olive oil.
5
Sprinkle one side of each portion with 1 1/2 teaspoons jerk mixture; pat the seasoning onto the fish, turn and repeat with the second side.
6
Let stand for 1 hour, until the seasoning is moistened, turning once.
7
Store extra jerk blend in a sealed jar for up to 6 months.
8
Grill the tuna over moderately-hot fire for 4 to 5 minutes, turning once.
9
Do not overcook, since the seafood will continue to cook once taken from the fire.
10
Serve with grilled plantains and a salad of chayote, orange and sweet onion, if you like.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 teaspoons allspice berries, ground, 2 tablespoons dry mustard, 4 teaspoons paprika, 2 teaspoons granulated onion, and more.

Yes, Jamaican Jerk Tuna 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.

Jamaican Jerk Tuna

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