Grilled Niçoise Tuna Steaks
- Contributed by Melissa Rubel Jacobson
- ACTIVE: 15 MIN
- TOTAL TIME: 50 MIN
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SERVINGS:
10
Our Pairing Suggestion
The French Riviera is famous for fragrant, light-bodied, dry rosés made from Carignane, Cinsaut, Grenache and Mourvèdre grapes. Look for one with crisp acidity and fresh berry flavors.
© Quentin Bacon
Recipe: Grilled Niçoise Tuna Steaks
- HEALTHY
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 1/2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon ground fennel
- 2 large shallots, coarsely chopped
- Ten 1-inch-thick tuna steaks (8 ounces each)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- In a medium bowl, whisk the olive oil with the wine, mustard, thyme, fennel and shallots. Arrange the tuna steaks on a large rimmed baking sheet and pour the marinade over them. Turn the tuna steaks to coat. Let stand for 30 minutes.
- Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper. Grill over moderately high heat, turning once, for 4 minutes per side, until medium. Thinly slice the steaks, transfer to plates and serve.
Notes
A Niçoise salad isn't complete without the traditional accompaniments: mixed olives, anchovies, hard-boiled eggs and steamed potatoes tossed with olive oil and fresh herbs.
Serve With
Green Bean–Tomato Salad with Herbs
- From French Riviera Party, Pairing of the Day: August 2009
- Published August 2009
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