Tuna steaks "Moroccan style"
4 servings
35 minutes
Moroccan-style tuna steaks are a fragrant and exquisite dish that combines the freshness of fish with rich Mediterranean notes. Moroccan cuisine is famous for its use of spices and herbs that add depth to the food's flavor. A marinade of parsley, garlic, lemon juice, and paprika makes the tuna meat tender, infusing it with a light tanginess and spicy heat. Grilled over high heat, the steaks develop an appetizing crust while retaining juiciness inside. They are served with leftover marinade that turns into a zesty sauce perfectly complementing the fish. This tuna is ideal for a Mediterranean-style dinner and pairs excellently with vegetable sides, adding brightness and freshness to the meal.
1
Puree parsley and garlic with lemon juice and paprika using a blender, gradually pouring in olive oil in a thin stream.
- Chopped parsley: 10 g
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Ground paprika: 0.5 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil: 150 ml
2
Pour 2/3 of the prepared sauce over the steaks, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for half an hour to marinate.
- Tuna: 800 g
3
Remove excess marinade from the fish, salt it, and fry in hot oil on one side for 4 minutes and then for another 2 minutes on the other side.
- Tuna: 800 g
- Vegetable oil: 150 ml
4
Pour the remaining sauce over the steaks and serve with a vegetable garnish.
- Tuna: 800 g