Tamarind Seared Tuna Steak with Melon Salad and Zingy Dressing

Seared tamarind-marinated tuna steaks served with a vacuum-compressed melon salad and a vibrant, spicy herb dressing.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 348.1 kcals 1392.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 33.8 grams 135.2 grams
Fat 7.1 grams 28.5 grams
Protein 37.2 grams 148.8 grams
Cook Time
12 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
2
tbsp
Palm Sugar
also known as jaggery
CondimentsSauces
6
tbsp
4
tbsp
Fruits
0.25
piece
Watermelon
peeled and sliced
0.5
piece
Cantaloupe Melon
peeled and sliced
0.5
piece
Pomegranate
seeds removed for garnish
LegumesPulses
150
g
Liquids
2
piece
Lime Juice
juice only
NutsSeeds
2
clove
Garlic
crushed
2
tbsp
Mint
finely chopped fresh leaves
2
tbsp
Coriander
finely chopped fresh leaves
OilsFats
1
tbsp
Seafood
500
g
Tuna Steak
cut into 4 pieces
Vegetables
75
g
Sugar-Snap Peas
thinly sliced
75
g
Mangetout
thinly sliced
1
piece
Red Chilli
finely chopped
2
cm
Ginger
peeled and roughly chopped

Steps

  • Seal the sliced melons in a vacuum bag and refrigerate overnight.
  • Brush the tuna with tamarind paste and marinate for one hour.
  • Sear the chilled melon in a hot frying pan for 2 minutes per side.
  • Cut melon into 3cm pieces and combine with beans, peas, and mangetout.
  • Griddle the oiled tuna for 8 minutes until cooked to preference.
  • Rest the tuna and then cut into thin slices.
  • Grind the dressing ingredients in a mortar until smooth.
  • Toss the salad in dressing and serve topped with tuna and pomegranate.