Spicy Tuna Rillettes Recipe

Name: Spicy Tuna Rillettes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound fatty tuna belly; 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro; 1/2 cup finely chopped scallions; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 10 brined green peppercorns, drained and finely chopped; 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup heavy cream; Salt; Crackers or toasts, for serving

Servings: persons

3/4 pound fatty tuna belly
1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
1/2 cup finely chopped scallions
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
10 brined green peppercorns, drained and finely chopped
1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt
Crackers or toasts, for serving

1
Fit a medium pot with a steamer insert.
2
Add 1 inch of water to the pot and bring it to a boil.
3
Add the tuna and steam until cooked through, about 8 minutes.
4
Let cool.
5
Flake the tuna into a medium bowl; don't remove the fat.
6
Gently stir in the cilantro, scallions, butter, green peppercorns, lemon juice and cayenne.
7
In a small bowl, beat the cream until stiff.
8
Fold the cream into the tuna and season with salt.
9
Transfer to a crock and serve at room temperature or slightly chilled with crackers.

387

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound fatty tuna belly, 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro, 1/2 cup finely chopped scallions, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, and more.

Yes, Spicy Tuna Rillettes 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.

Spicy Tuna Rillettes

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