AFRICAN ADOBO-RUBBED TUNA STEAKS

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Adobo means spice rub or marinade, and this particular recipe was introduced by African slaves and brought to Bahía in Brazil in the 17th century. This recipe is from Epicurious.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     Tuna

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 ripe avocados, pitted, peeled, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 scallions, white and green parts, thinly sliced on the bias
2 jarred piquillo peppers, diced (or substitute 2 jarred roasted red peppers)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds, toasted and ground
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 1/2 tablespoons dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons grated nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 1/2 tablespoons dried orange peel
1 tablespoon sugar
four 6-ounce tuna steak
1/4 cup peanut oil or 1/4 cup canola oil
2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup champagne vinegar
1 seedless European cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and very thinly sliced

Steps:

  • For the salsa:.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the diced avocados, scallions, peppers, and garlic. In another bowl, whisk together the orange and lime juices, olive oil, and salt and pepper. Pour over the avocado mixture and gently toss. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, for the cucumbers: Mix the sugar and vinegar in a bowl, stirring well. Add the cucumbers and allow to marinate for about 15 minutes.
  • To serve, arrange the cucumber in neat slices across each plate. Slice the tuna and lay it over the cucumbers. Spoon the avocado salsa on top of or around the tuna. Spoon a little of the pickling juices around the cucumbers, and serve. (Sometimes I add a little grated orange zest for garnish as well.)
  • For the adobo:.
  • Mix all of the ingredients together in a bowl.
  • Rub each of the tuna steaks with 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil and sprinkle generously with the adobo. (Reserve any extra adobo spice rub for another use.) In a nonstick skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil until it begins to smoke. Sear the tuna on each side for only 1 minute - the tuna is served rare. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Oladele Taiwo
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This recipe seems a bit complicated. I'm not sure if I have all the ingredients.


Chase Gunter
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I'm not sure about the combination of African spices and tuna, but I'm willing to give it a try.


Relax80 Algo
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This recipe looks amazing! I'm going to make it for dinner tonight.


shaik samiulla
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Thanks for sharing this recipe! I can't wait to try it.


Kim Wendt
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I'm looking forward to trying this recipe with other types of fish.


Essa Khan
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves tuna or African cuisine.


Sharni Williams
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This recipe is a great way to change up your usual tuna steak routine.


MD Kholil Miya
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I loved the combination of spices in the adobo rub. It really enhanced the flavor of the tuna.


Caroline Edmunds
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The African Adobo Rubbed Tuna Steaks were delicious! The adobo rub gave the tuna a wonderful flavor.


Muguli Joseph
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The adobo rub is a great way to add flavor to tuna steaks. I'll definitely be using it in other recipes.


Alihyder Memon303
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This recipe is easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. I was able to prepare the dish without any hassle.


gamerlegion
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I was skeptical about the combination of African spices and tuna, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors complemented each other perfectly.


Andrew Ritho
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I'm not a big fan of tuna, but this recipe changed my mind. The adobo rub was flavorful and aromatic, and the tuna was cooked perfectly.


A S_gming
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This recipe is a keeper! The adobo rub adds a fantastic depth of flavor to the tuna steaks. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Gcakama Shepherd
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The African Adobo Rubbed Tuna Steaks were a hit at my dinner party. My friends raved about the unique and flavorful crust, and the tuna was cooked to perfection.


iqbal Hossin vlog
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I followed the recipe precisely, and the results were outstanding. The tuna steaks were cooked to perfection, with a beautifully browned crust and a tender, juicy interior.


Tanesha Conner
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This African Adobo Rubbed Tuna Steaks recipe was a delightful culinary journey. The flavors of the adobo rub, with its blend of spices and herbs, infused the tuna steaks with a delectable savory taste. The fish cooked perfectly, retaining its moist a