Rare Seared Yellowfin Tuna Recipe
braised lentils, artichokes, artichoke guacamole
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Ingredients
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For the Rare Seared Yellowfin Tuna
For the Braised Lentils
For the Artichokes
For the Artichoke Guacamole
Method
For the Rare Seared Yellowfin Tuna
- 1
Prepare the Tuna
Pat the yellowfin tuna steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Sear the Tuna
Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Once hot, add the tuna steaks and sear for about 1-2 minutes on each side for rare, depending on thickness. Remove from heat and sprinkle sesame seeds on both sides.
For the Braised Lentils
- 3
Cook the Lentils
In a medium pot, combine the lentils, vegetable broth, diced carrot, celery, onion, minced garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- 4
Simmer the Lentils
Let the lentils simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until tender. Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed.
For the Artichokes
- 5
Prepare the Artichokes
In a bowl, mix together the drained artichoke hearts, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss to combine and set aside.
For the Artichoke Guacamole
- 6
Make the Guacamole
In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocados. Stir in the chopped artichoke hearts, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and chopped cilantro until well combined.