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Blackened Tuna Recipe

Inspired by The Food Market
Time1h
Serves4

sweet potato rangoons, ginger apple salad, soy caramel, wasabi pepitas

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Ingredients

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Blackened Tuna

Sweet Potato Rangoons

Soy Caramel

Wasabi Pepitas

Method

Blackened Tuna

1

Prepare the Spice Mix

In a small bowl, mix paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spice mix evenly over the tuna steaks.

2

Cook the Tuna

Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Add the tuna steaks and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer to your desired doneness.

Sweet Potato Rangoons

3

Prepare Sweet Potato Filling

Boil sweet potatoes until tender, then mash them. Mix with cream cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper.

4

Assemble Rangoons

Place a spoonful of filling on each wonton wrapper, fold and seal with water.

5

Fry the Rangoons

Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the rangoons until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Ginger Apple Salad

6

Mix Salad Ingredients

In a bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced apple, and grated ginger.

7

Dress the Salad

In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over salad and toss to combine.

Soy Caramel

8

Make the Caramel

In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, and water. Bring to a boil and then simmer until thickened.

Wasabi Pepitas

9

Prepare Pepitas

In a bowl, toss pumpkin seeds with wasabi powder, salt, and olive oil. Spread on a baking sheet and roast in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.

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