Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Tuna Steaks with Raw Puttanesca Sauce, by Chef Rachael Ray -- mmmmmm, deliziosa!


Rachael's Presentation

The other day, with Rachael on in the background, I heard her talk about puttanesca and tuna, two of my favorite foods.  Not only delicious, but so easy to make.  I'd like to share this simple and delicious recipe; perfect for a summer's dinner.  Below is Rachael's video:
 













                                 

       Tuna Steaks with Raw Puttanesca Sauce, Chef Rachael Ray

INGREDIENTS
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste or 4 anchovy filets, minced
  • About 1/4 cup EVOO – Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons capers, chopped
  • 1/4 cup oil-cured olives, pitted and chopped
  • A handful of flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 10 to 12 basil leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 large clove garlic, grated or minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 6-ounce tuna steaks
  • Salt and pepper
PREPARATION
Whisk up anchovies and 3 tablespoons EVOO, poured slowly. Add tomatoes, capers, olives, parsley, red onion, basil, garlic and red pepper flakes; stir and let stand 30 minutes.
Heat a griddle or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Drizzle fish with remaining olive oil, about 1 tablespoon and season with salt and pepper. Cook fish 2 minutes on each side for rare, up to 4 minutes on each side for more opaque fish. Slice the tuna, arrange on plates and top with lots of raw sauce. 
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A few of Rachael Ray's favorite songs:


Brass in Pocket, The Pretenders


Landslide, Fleetwood Mac


What's So Funny About Peace, Love, and Understanding, Elvis Costello



4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Omg, this looks sooooo good Petra, I'm salivating! And posting her video was such a great idea.

Must try. Will let you know how it turned out! ;)

Love, K. :)

Ron said...

OMG Petra, this recipe looks beyond DELICIOUS! Just looking at the photo and then watching Rachael prepare it made my mouth water. And I LOVED her tip on slicing the cherry tomatoes. I've got to try that because it's such a challenge trying to slice each one individually.

Great video's! I especially enjoyed the one by The Pretenders. Love that song!

Thanks for sharing such a delicious and delightful post, my friend! Have a terrific Tuesday!

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petra michelle; Whose role is it anyway? said...

Hi, K.! It is so refreshing and easy to make. It's a wonderful find. Never had puttanesca, raw, as a salad...cooked, yes.

Yes, let me know how you like it, K.! :))

petra michelle; Whose role is it anyway? said...

Hi, Ron! Cannot get enough of Rachael...she's both creative and practical, a wonderful combination.

As in puttanesca salad and tuna...a wonderful combination!

So glad your four senses, perhaps even your sense of smell, have been intrigued! ;)

You as well, Ron! :))