MACADAMIA CRUSTED AHI TUNA

Macadamia Crusted Ahi Tuna image

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories Fish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ahi tuna fillets (each about 7 to 8 ounces) - you can also use mahi mahi or ono
salt, for seasoning
black pepper, for seasoning
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried tarragon
1/4 c chopped macadamia nuts
1 Tbsp very finely chopped garlic
1 Tbsp very finely chopped shallots
1 large lemon, cut into 4 wedges (for garnish)

Steps:

1. Season fish with salt and pepper. Rub 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and all of the thyme and tarragon on each tuna fillet. Press chopped macadamias on each side of the fillets.
2. Put garlic, shallots, and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in sauté pan and heat on high until oil bubbles. Carefully place fish in the pan and sear about 15 seconds on each side for rare; 30 seconds on each side for medium rare. If you prefer well done fish, start at a low heat and sauté until done.
3. Serve immediately, each serving garnish with a fresh lemon wedge.