Tuna Marinated in Recaito Recipe

Name: Tuna Marinated in Recaito
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup tomato sauce; 1/4 cup Recaito; 1 1/4 pounds fresh tuna; 1 cup papaya, cut into chunks; 1 tablespoon dark-brown sugar; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 2 scallions, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 teaspoon red cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon half salt, half salt-substitute mixture

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup Recaito
1 1/4 pounds fresh tuna
1 cup papaya, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon dark-brown sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 scallions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon red cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon half salt, half salt-substitute mixture

1
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, orange and lemon juices, tomato sauce, and Recaito; mix well.
2
In a glass dish, cover fish with marinade.
3
Refrigerate for 2 hours, turning fish at least once.
4
While fish is marinating, combine papaya, sugar, and lemon and orange juices in blender.
5
Empty sauce into a jar; add scallions, garlic, red cayenne pepper, and salt; shake well.
6
Refrigerate.
7
When fish is seasoned, drain and discard marinade.
8
Grill fish over hot coals until done outside and pink inside; Do not overcook.
9
Accompany with prepared chilled sauce.

264

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Tuna Marinated in Recaito 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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Tuna Marinated in Recaito

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Variations & substitutions

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