Pan Seared Stuffed Tuna with Fresh Mozzarella and P

Name: Pan Seared Stuffed Tuna with Fresh Mozzarella and Pineapple in Sweet Rum Black Bean Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups black beans, cooked; 1/2 cup dark rum; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 3/4 cup tomato juice; 6 Tbsp. cilantro, chopped, divided; salt and pepper; 12 tuna steaks, 5 oz.; 2-1/4 cups POLLY-O Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, small dice; 2-1/4 cups fresh pineapple, small dice; 1/4 cup olive oil

Servings: persons

1
Puree beans in food processor until smooth.
2
Add rum, sugar, tomato juice, and 3 tablespoons of the cilantro.
3
Blend until smooth.
4
Season with salt and pepper.
5
Refrigerate until needed or heat and hold warm for service.
6
Cut a small slit in center of each tuna fillet to form a pocket.
7
Refrigerate until needed.
8
Combine mozzarella and pineapple, refrigerate until needed.
9
Stuff 3 oz.
10
of filling into tuna pocket and season with salt and pepper.
11
Heat oil in saute pan and sear tuna on both sides until golden brown.
12
Place in oven until cheese begins to melt.
13
Spoon 3 oz.
14
of warm sauce on each plate and top with tuna.
15
Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon remaining cilantro and serve.

1455

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

109

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups black beans, cooked, 1/2 cup dark rum, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 3/4 cup tomato juice, and more.

Yes, Pan Seared Stuffed Tuna with Fresh Mozzarella and Pineapple in Sweet Rum Black Bean Sauce 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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Pan Seared Stuffed Tuna with Fresh Mozzarella and Pineapple in Sweet Rum Black Bean Sauce

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