Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

Yellow Fin Tuna

cut in blocks

0.5 tbsp

cumin

1 tbsp

oregano

1 tbsp

thyme

1 tbsp

dry mustard

1 tbsp

cayenne pepper

1 tbsp

black pepper

1 tbsp

paprika

6 unit

Grey Poupon Mustard

0.75 cup

lite soy sauce

0.25 tbsp

dry mustard

1 unit

green bell pepper

julienned

1 unit

red bell pepper

julienned

0.5 unit

spanish onion

sliced thin

1 tsp

oregano

0.5 tsp

white pepper

0.5 tsp

salt

3 tbsp

olive oil

Step 1
~2 min

Combine cumin, oregano, thyme, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and paprika in a bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Season the tuna blocks on all sides with the spice mixture.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat 4 tbsp olive oil in a hot pan.

Step 4
~2 min

Sear the tuna on all sides until cooked to your desired doneness.

Step 5
~2 min

Slice the tuna into 1/4 inch thick slices.

Step 6
~2 min

Mix Grey Poupon mustard, lite soy sauce, and dry mustard in a bowl and shake well.

Step 7
~2 min

Heat remaining olive oil in a saucepan.

Step 8
~2 min

Saute julienned green bell pepper, julienned red bell pepper, and sliced spanish onion for 1-2 minutes.

Step 9
~2 min

Place sliced tuna on a dinner plate.

Step 10
~2 min

Arrange cooked vegetables next to the tuna.

Step 11
~2 min

Drizzle the mustard sauce in the corner of the plate.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality tuna for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the tuna; it should be rare in the center.

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The mustard sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of pickled ginger.

Offer wasabi for extra heat.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Seaweed salad
Edamame

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hawaii

Cultural Significance

A fusion dish that combines Japanese and American culinary influences.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Appetizer for dinner parties
Special occasion meal

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Date Night
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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