Tuna Vera Cruz Recipe

Name: Tuna Vera Cruz
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 3 tablespoons rum or 3 tablespoons vodka; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 teaspoons lime zest; 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and minced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 1/2 lbs fresh tuna steaks (can use halibut or swordfish); lemon wedge; lime wedge

Servings: persons

3 3 tablespoons rum or 3 tablespoons vodka
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons lime zest
1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 lbs fresh tuna steaks (can use halibut or swordfish)
lemon wedge
lime wedge

1
Add the tequila, lime juice, lime peel, ginger, garlic, salt, sugar, cumin, cinnamon, and pepper to a small bowl; stir to combine.
2
Pour marinade into a 2-quart glass casserole dish.
3
Add the tuna; turn steaks to coat.
4
Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
5
Remove steaks from marinade and throw out the marinade.
6
Grill tuna over med-hot heat approximately 4 mins per side or until fish flakes easily.
7
Serve with lemon and lime wedges.

527

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 3 tablespoons rum or 3 tablespoons vodka, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 2 teaspoons lime zest, 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and minced, and more.

Yes, Tuna Vera Cruz 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.

Tuna Vera Cruz

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