Tuna Steaks, Moroccan Style
This broiled tuna is generously spiced with a mixture of traditional Moroccan spices, served on a bed of couscous.
Accompany the fish with a cucumber and tomato salad and serve with fresh pita.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1 tsp. turmeric
- 1/2 tsp. ginger
- 1/8 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. or more red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tuna steaks, each about 5 ounces, with or without the bone
- 1 T. fresh lemon juice
- 2 T. olive oil
- 2 T. melted butter
Combine spices, and blend. Rub each steak with spice mixture. Sprinkle with
lemon and oil. Cover with plastic, and let stand until ready to cook, about 15-30 minutes.
Either broil (4 minutes per side) or pan fry with no additional fat, about
3-4 minutes per side. Place on warm plates, brush with melted butter. Serve on a bed of
couscous, and pour any pan juices over the fish.