Yellowfin tuna is a versatile and delicious fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. One of the most popular methods is to grill it, which gives the fish a slightly smoky flavor. When paired with a fresh pineapple salsa, the sweet and tangy flavors of the fruit complement the savory fish perfectly. This dish is perfect for a summer cookout or a light and healthy meal.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
YELLOWFIN TUNA WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLE SALSA
This dish exemplifies simplicity at its best. This recipe is from"Emeril at the Grill" by Emeril Lagasse.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high.
- Brush both sides of the pineapple slices with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Place the pineapple on the grill and cook, rotating the slices occasionally, until slightly softened and nicely marked by the grill, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Dice the pineapple slices (discard the tough core portions), and place the dice in a medium nonreactive bowl. Add the red onion, bell pepper, rice vinegar, jalapenos, lime juice, cilantro, and minced garlic.Drizzle with 3 tablespoons of the remaining olive oil, and stir well to combine. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and set the salsa aside.
- Season the tuna steaks with the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and the Original Essence, and brush with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Place the steaks on the grill, rotating them 45 degrees after 2 minutes. Cook for 2 minutes longer. Turn to the other side, grilling the steaks for an additional 2 minutes, or until medium-rare. Remove the tuna from the heat and let it rest briefly before serving it with the Grilled Pineapple Salsa. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.
GRILLED YELLOW FIN TUNA WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLE SALSA
Steps:
- Brush the pineapple slices lightly with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, then place the pineapple slices on the grill and cook, turning occasionally, until softened slightly and nicely marked by the grill, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and allow to cool to room temperature. Dice the pineapple slices (discard the tough core portions) and place in a medium nonreactive bowl. Add the red onion, bell pepper, vinegar, jalapenos, lime juice, cilantro and minced garlic. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons of the olive oil and stir well to combine. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and set aside as you prepare the tuna.
- Set a grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the tuna steaks with remaining salt and Essence and brush with the 2 remaining tablespoons of the olive oil. Place steaks on the grill, turning 45 degrees after 2 minutes. Repeat on the other side for an additional 2 minutes or until medium-rare. Remove from heat and set aside. Serve with the Grilled Pineapple Salsa.
- Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch
- Published by William Morrow, 1993.
YELLOWFIN TUNA WITH FRESH PINEAPPLE SALSA
Inspired by a past trip to Key Largo, this grilled yellowfin tuna is perfectly complimented by fresh and healthy pineapple salsa.
Provided by Cheese Please
Categories Weeknight
Time 30m
Yield 2 pieces, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Slice the top of pineapple and the bottom off. Stand the pineapple on its side and with a sharp knife, slice sides of pineapple off. Cut the pineapple into small slices and then remove the core of each slice. (The core tends to be hard to eat, but I've had some pineapples were it was soft). Dice the remaining pineapple into small pieces.
- Toss all of the ingredients into a bowl and chill for a couple of hours to let the flavors marinate.
- Season each side of the fish with garlic powder, fresh ground pepper and sea salt.
- Heat grill to medium high heat. Grill each side for about 4-5 minutes, until inside of the fish is a nice medium rare. Top with pineapple salsa! Enjoy!
SEARED TUNA WITH CHILE-PINEAPPLE SAUCE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the rice, 2 1/2 cups water and a big pinch of salt in a medium saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Stir, then cover, reduce the heat to low and cook until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons coconut oil, 1 tablespoon vinegar and the scallion whites to the rice and stir; set aside to cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, combine the chile pepper, pineapple juice and lime juice in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until reduced to a thin glaze, about 10 minutes. Transfer the sauce to a small bowl and wipe out the skillet. Toss the cabbage, the remaining 1 teaspoon vinegar and a pinch of salt in another small bowl; set aside.
- Season the tuna with salt on both sides. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons coconut oil in the reserved skillet over high heat until almost smoking. Add the tuna and cook until well browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board.
- Divide the rice among shallow bowls. Slice the tuna and lay over the rice along with the cabbage and avocado; drizzle the sauce on top. Sprinkle with the scallion greens and corn nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 610, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 56 milligrams, Sodium 757 milligrams, Carbohydrate 75 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 42 grams, Sugar 7 grams
AHI TUNA TACOS WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA
Fresh ahi tuna tacos with a refreshingly light pineapple salsa. Add a pre-packaged slaw mix with a ginger dressing if desired.
Provided by Court
Categories Mexican Fish Tacos
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix black pepper, salt, cumin, garlic powder, and cinnamon together in a small bowl. Rub all over tuna steaks. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, stir pineapple, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, red pepper, and lime zest for salsa together in a bowl until combined. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
- Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add tuna steaks and cook to desired doneness, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) for medium doneness. Remove from the skillet and slice steaks thinly.
- Spread sour cream in a thin layer over each warmed tortilla. Add tuna slices, top with pineapple salsa, and wrap to seal.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 1680.3 mg, Sugar 10 g
GRILLED YELLOWTAIL TUNA AND PINEAPPLE SALSA
This light and delicious dinner came to me by way of Chef Josh Korn of Paul Martin's American Bistro.
Provided by JMac11116
Categories Weeknight
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Season yellowtail with salt & pepper on both sides, and place on hot grill. Grill to medium (3 minutes per side depending on thickness), as overcooking will lead to a dry finished product. While fish is cooking, place all ingredients for the pineapple salsa in a bowl and toss. When the fish is cooked, place a piece of banana leaf on the plate. Place fish on top of banana leaf and top with pineapple salsa, serve with rice and garnish with a grilled lemon.
- Salsa can be made 1-2 hours in advance, no need to chill.
GRILLED TUNA WITH FRESH PINEAPPLE SALSA
"This easy-to-mix salsa adds tropical flair to sweet and spicy glazed tuna steaks," writes Bonnie Hogan from Rochester, New Hampshire. "It's a delicious and attractive entree with minimal prep work."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings (1 cup salsa).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the pineapple, red onion, cilantro, 1-1/2 teaspoons vinegar and jalapeno if desired. Cover and refrigerate until serving. In a small bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, ketchup and remaining vinegar; set aside. , Rub both sides of fish with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack., Grill tuna, covered, over medium-hot heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-6 minutes on each side for medium-rare or until slightly pink in the center, basting frequently with reserved hoisin sauce mixture. Serve with pineapple salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 385mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRILLED TUNA WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA
When Beveylon Concha spent some time in Honolulu, she came upon this tropical treatment for tuna. Now a personal chef in Chesapeake, Virginia, she still prepares the pineapple salsa for everything from grilled fish to pork and poultry.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Grill pineapple slices, uncovered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side. Chill for 30 minutes. , Dice the pineapple; place in a bowl. Stir in the onion, jalapenos, cilantro and lime juice. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled., Brush tuna steaks with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve with pineapple salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRILLED YELLOWFIN TUNA WITH MARINADE
Steps:
- Prick tuna steaks all over with a fork and place in shallow glass dish.
- Whisk oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, lemon peel, and garlic together in a bowl; pour over the tuna steaks. Cover dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate 1 to 3 hours.
- Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Remove tuna from the marinade. Shake excess moisture from the steaks.
- Pour the marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook marinade at a simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cook tuna on preheated grill, basting with boiled marinade, until cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 28.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 41.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1328.3 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
Tips:
- Choose the right tuna. Look for yellowfin tuna steaks that are about 1 inch thick and have a deep red color. Avoid steaks that are thin or have a lot of brown or gray spots.
- Sear the tuna properly. To get a nice crust on the outside and a tender, juicy inside, sear the tuna steaks over high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Make sure the salsa is fresh. The pineapple salsa is the perfect complement to the grilled tuna. Make sure to use fresh pineapple, cilantro, and jalapeño peppers.
- Serve the tuna immediately. Grilled tuna is best served immediately after it is cooked. If you need to hold the tuna for a while before serving, keep it warm in a 200-degree oven.
Conclusion:
This grilled yellowfin tuna with fresh pineapple salsa is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. The tuna is cooked to perfection and the salsa is a refreshing and flavorful complement. This dish is perfect for a summer cookout or a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
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