Tuna Kabob Recipe
Sushi grade tuna, seared & served with white rice & ginger asparagus
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Ingredients
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Tuna Kabob
White Rice
Ginger Asparagus
Method
Tuna Kabob Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Tuna
Cut the sushi grade tuna into 1-inch cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Marinate the Tuna
In the mixing bowl, add olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat the tuna cubes evenly. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 3
Skewer the Tuna
Thread the marinated tuna cubes onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
Cooking the Tuna Kabobs
- 4
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- 5
Cook the Kabobs
Place the skewers on the grill and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- 6
Remove from Heat
Once cooked, remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
White Rice Preparation
- 7
Rinse the Rice
Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 8
Cook the Rice
In a pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- 9
Simmer the Rice
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- 10
Fluff the Rice
Remove from heat, let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Ginger Asparagus Preparation
- 11
Prepare the Asparagus
Trim the tough ends off the asparagus and set aside.
- 12
- 13
Add Ginger and Season
Add the minced fresh ginger, salt, and black pepper. Toss to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.