Poached Tuna Steaks Recipe

Poached Tuna Steaks Recipe

  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 (4 ounce) albacore tuna steaks
  • 3 kumquats – rinsed, seeded and sliced
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix water, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  2. Place tuna steaks into the mixture, and sprinkle with kumquats and cilantro. Cook 15 minutes, until fish is easily flaked with a fork.