Grilled Tuna and Roasted Pepper Sandw. On Thyme Focaccia
2 pounds Tuna steaks -- (1/2-inch thick) -- OR four 6-ounce cans oil-packed tuna 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons ext...
Ingredients
- 2pounds tuna steaks -- (1/2-inch thick)
- 2tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1teaspoonminced fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4cupplus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2cups fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves
- 3/4cupsliced red onion (about 1)
- 1thyme focaccia (recipe follows)
- 3large red bell peppers -- roasted and peeled
Directions
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2 pounds Tuna steaks -- (1/2-inch thick) -- OR four 6-ounce cans oil-packed tuna 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon minced fresh thy
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Season tuna steaks with salt and pepper and grill on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or unti
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Alternatively, tuna steaks may be grilled in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.) Transfer tuna to a platter and
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In a large sealable plastic bag combine lemon juice, thyme, and 1/4 cup oil and add grilled tuna
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Marinate grilled tuna, chilled, turning bag occasionally, at least 1 hour and up to 1 day
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If using canned tuna, drain tuna and in a bowl stir together with lemon juice, thyme,1/4 cup oil, and salt and pepper to taste
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In a bowl toss together parsley, onion, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil and season with salt and pepper
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Pat roasted peppers dry