Thai Tuna and Pearl Onion Shish Kebabs Recipe

Name: Thai Tuna and Pearl Onion Shish Kebabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs bluefin tuna steaks (cut into 20 cubes); 20 frozen pearl onions, defrosted; ½ cup coconut milk, lite unsweetened; 1 -2 Thai peppers, crushed; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 lime, juice and zest of; 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon minced lemongrass (I used Gourmet Gardens in a tube http ( or or www.gourmetgarden.com or us or index.php); 2 teaspoons fish sauce or 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon minced basil or 1 tablespoon minced cilantro; ⅛ cup olive oil

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs bluefin tuna steaks (cut into 20 cubes)
20 frozen pearl onions, defrosted
½ cup coconut milk, lite unsweetened
1 -2 Thai peppers, crushed
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 lime, juice and zest of
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon minced lemongrass (I used Gourmet Gardens in a tube http ( or or www.gourmetgarden.com or us or index.php)
2 teaspoons fish sauce or 2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced basil or 1 tablespoon minced cilantro
⅛ cup olive oil

1
Mix all marinade ingredients except for the oil in a large ziplock bag.
2
Add tuna cubes and pearl onions.
3
Marinade for 60 minutes turning a couple times.
4
Thread 5 tuna cube and 5 onions alternating on each soaked skewer.
5
Pour the remaining marinade into a small pot and bring to a boil then simmer for 5 minutes.
6
Brush olive oil over skewered tuna and onions.
7
Preheat grill to medium and lightly wipe with an oiled rag.
8
Grill for 5-7 minutes until golden, turning frequently.
9
Serve over a bed of rice topped with the heated marinade.

386

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs bluefin tuna steaks (cut into 20 cubes), 20 frozen pearl onions, defrosted, ½ cup coconut milk, lite unsweetened, 1 -2 Thai peppers, crushed, and more.

Yes, Thai Tuna and Pearl Onion Shish Kebabs 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.

Thai Tuna and Pearl Onion Shish Kebabs

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