Pan-Seared Tuna

Tuna is seasoned with a spicy blend of Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper & paprika, plus salt & more black pepper, and baked.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs yellow fin tuna fillets
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon spice blend, recipe follows:
• 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 3 tablespoons garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoon paprika

Directions:

In large oven-proof saute pan, heat olive oil until nearly smoking. Season tuna fillets with salt, pepper and spice blend. Brown on first side 3 minutes then bake in a 350 degree oven for 7 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Drizzle with pan juices.

Number of Servings: 6

Notes from the Cook: Serve with roasted potatoes: Use 2 large baking potatoes, each one cut into 8 pieces. Toss with olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast at 425 degrees for 25 minutes.