Yellowfin Tuna Kabobs Recipe

Name: Yellowfin Tuna Kabobs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbl sesame seed oil; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 Tbl orange juice; 1 Tbl honey; 1 Tbl dry ginger; 1 Tbl minced garlic; 2 lbs fresh yellowfin tuna, cut into 34 thick steaks; 1 cup wood chips, soaked in water for 1 hour; 12 medium button mushrooms, cut in half; 1 red onion, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch squares; 12 pineapple chunks; 1 red bell pepper, cut into twelve 1-inch squares; 2 Tbl olive oil; 2 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 Tbl sesame seed oil
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 Tbl orange juice
1 Tbl honey
1 Tbl dry ginger
1 Tbl minced garlic
2 lbs fresh yellowfin tuna, cut into 34 thick steaks
1 cup wood chips, soaked in water for 1 hour
12 medium button mushrooms, cut in half
1 red onion, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch squares
12 pineapple chunks
1 red bell pepper, cut into twelve 1-inch squares
2 Tbl olive oil
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1
Mix together the sesame oil, vegetable oil, soy sauce, orange juice, honey, ginger, and garlic, and blend well.
2
Place the tuna and marinade into a large baggie.
3
Seal the baggie and refrigerate for 1 hour.
4
Prepare the smoker for indirect VERY LOW heat.
5
Place the marinated tuna as far from the heat as possible and place a small handful of chips on the coals.
6
Smoke the tuna 3040 minutes, making sure that the tuna does not cook.
7
Remove the tuna from the smoker and refrigerate 1 hour.
8
Once the tuna has chilled completely, cut the steaks into 1 1/22-inch cubes.
9
Using 12 skewers, alternately skewer the tuna with the vegetables.
10
Each skewer should have 2 pieces of mushrooms, 2 pieces of onion, 1 pineapple chunk, and 1 bell pepper piece, along with the tuna.
11
Prepare the grill.
12
Brush the skewers with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
13
Grill over direct high heat for 57 minutes, turning once.
14
Use the remaining marinade to brush the skewers while cooking.

1718

kcal

Calories

119

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbl sesame seed oil, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 Tbl orange juice, and more.

Yes, Yellowfin Tuna Kabobs 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!

Yellowfin Tuna Kabobs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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