Tuna Steaks And Mixed Vegetables With Orange Sauce

Name: Tuna Steaks And Mixed Vegetables With Orange Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/3 pounds new potatoes halved; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 onion large, peeled and finely chopped; 1 courgette halved lengthways and sliced; 1 cauliflower cut into small florets; 1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon; 7 tablespoons butter; 1 egg yolk; 1 blood orange 1/2 sliced, 1/2 juiced; 1 zest orange, grated; 4 tuna steaks 150g each; fresh basil for garnish

Servings: persons

1 1/3 pounds new potatoes halved
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion large, peeled and finely chopped
1 courgette halved lengthways and sliced
1 cauliflower cut into small florets
1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon
7 tablespoons butter
1 egg yolk
1 blood orange 1/2 sliced, 1/2 juiced
1 zest orange, grated
4 tuna steaks 150g each
fresh basil for garnish

1
Cook the potatoes in boiling salted water for 20 mins. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a saucepan and saute the onion and zucchini until softened. Remove from the pan and add the cauliflower and 3/4 cup water. Bring to a boil and stir in the bouillon. Cover and cook for 8 mins. Add the onion and zucchini and cook for 2 mins.
2
To make the orange sauce: Melt the butter slowly in a separate saucepan. Bring to a boil and skim off the foam. Place the egg yolk and orange juice in a metal bowl set over a hot water bath and whisk. Whisk in the butter in a thin stream. Stir 1 tsp orange zest and season to taste.
3
Heat 1 tbsp oil and sear the tuna for 2 mins on each side. Season to taste.
4
Drain the potatoes and mix with the vegetables. Season to taste. Arrange on plates with the tuna steaks and drizzle over the sauce. Garnish with basil, orange slices and remaining orange zest.

705

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/3 pounds new potatoes halved, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 onion large, peeled and finely chopped, 1 courgette halved lengthways and sliced, and more.

Yes, Tuna Steaks And Mixed Vegetables With Orange 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!