Pan-Seared Tuna Steaks with Oregano Pesto
Serves: 6
Total Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
BY EMEALS
INGREDIENTS
6 (5-oz) tuna steaks
1 tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
5 Tbsp olive oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 (0.5-oz) pkg fresh oregano
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 Tbsp sliced almonds, toasted
3 Tbsp drained capers
1 lemon, cut into wedges
INSTRUCTIONS
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Sprinkle both sides of fish with salt and pepper. Cook in 2 Tbsp hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes per side or to desired doneness. Remove from skillet.
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Add 3 Tbsp oil and garlic to skillet; cook 1 minute or until fragrant. Remove from heat.
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Strip oregano leaves from stems. Process oregano leaves, garlic oil, cheese, and nuts and in a food processor until smooth.
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Spoon oregano pesto over fish; sprinkle with capers. Serve with lemon wedges.
