Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIl RitornoTuna Belly Recipe

Tuna Belly Recipe

Inspired by Il Ritorno
Time45m
Serves2

Crispy Salsify, Pickled Pear, Beet and Jalapeno, Sliced Caviar Lingotto

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salsify

    Peel and slice the salsify into thin strips. Blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes, then shock in ice water. Pat dry.

  2. 2

    Fry the Salsify

    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry the salsify until golden and crispy. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Pickled Pear

    Slice the pickled pear into thin wedges.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Beet and Jalapeno

    Roast the beet until tender, peel, and slice thinly. Remove seeds from the jalapeno and slice thinly.

  5. 5

    Cook the Tuna Belly

    Season the tuna belly with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Sear in a hot pan for about 2-3 minutes on each side until just cooked through.

  6. 6

    Plate the Dish

    On a serving plate, arrange the crispy salsify, pickled pear, beet slices, and jalapeno. Place the seared tuna belly on top, and finish with a sprinkle of caviar Lingotto.

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