Red Sky Cashew-Encrusted Tuna Recipe
Description:
My husband and I were fortunate enough to spend our honeymoon in the serene ambiance of Sanderling, where we had the pleasure of dining at the renowned Red Sky Cafe multiple times. This recipe, courtesy of Chef Wes Steppe from the Red Sky Cafe in Duck, NC, encapsulates the vibrant flavors we experienced during our stay. The prep time listed includes the marination period for the salad, ensuring every bite bursts with flavor.
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 21 minutes
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Tuna, Vegetable, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 934
- Fat Content: 69.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 37.7mg
- Sodium Content: 2384mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 43.2g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 4.4g
- Protein Content: 38g
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cashews
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 7 tuna steaks
- 3 cups green beans
- 1/2 pound pasta
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 4 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- 4 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Bok choy
- Napa cabbage
Instructions:
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Prepare the Salad:
- Combine green beans, noodles, sesame oil, soy sauce, black sesame seeds, sesame seeds, bok choy, and cabbage in a mixing bowl.
- Allow the mixture to marinate for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld and infuse.
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Prepare the Tuna:
- Dredge each tuna steak generously in the cashews, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat until shimmering and fragrant.
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Cook the Tuna:
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the tuna steaks in the pan, ensuring they do not overlap.
- Sauté each side for approximately 2 minutes, aiming for a medium-rare doneness that retains the tuna’s succulence and flavor.
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Prepare the Pasta Salad:
- In the same sauté pan used for the tuna, heat the marinated bean and noodle salad until warmed through, allowing the flavors to intensify.
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Serve:
- Arrange the tuna steaks atop the warm pasta salad, allowing the vibrant colors and flavors to meld harmoniously.
- Finish with a dollop of fresh salsa for a burst of freshness and zest, elevating the dish to a culinary masterpiece.
Additional Tips:
- To enhance the dish’s texture and flavor, consider toasting the cashews lightly before dredging the tuna steaks.
- Experiment with different varieties of noodles to add a unique twist to the pasta salad, such as soba noodles or rice noodles.
- For a touch of acidity, drizzle a squeeze of lemon or lime over the tuna steaks just before serving.
- Customize the salad by incorporating additional vegetables such as bell peppers, snap peas, or shredded carrots for added color and nutrients.
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of the Red Sky Cashew-Encrusted Tuna, a dish that transports you to the idyllic shores of Sanderling with every delectable bite! 🍽️✨
