Pan Seared Tuna Steaks on Spinach a la Baja

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   Using a zester or a grater on the fine setting, zest the very outside (orange part only) of the orange.

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   Squeeze the juice.

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   In a shallow, nonreactive bowl, combine the orange zest, juice, garlic, and caribe chile.

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   Add the tuna and press into the liquid; turn the tuna and press the other side into the marinade.

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   Let stand at room temperature at least 10 minutes and up to 2 hours.

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   About 10 minutes before serving time, heat a heavy, well-seasoned skillet until hot over medium-high heat (see Notes).

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   Remove the tuna from the marinade (reserve marinade) and cook for 4 minutes, then turn and cook for about 3 minutes.

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   Keep warm.

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   Add the spinach to the skillet, drizzle with the reserved marinade, and cover.

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    Steam for 3 to 5 minutes, until the spinach is just wilted.

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    Add the vinegar and toss.

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    Arrange on warm serving plates and top with the tuna.

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    Water sprinkles should dance on the surface when it is hot enough.

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    If you do not have a well-seasoned skillet, add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to a skillet.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.