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Cómo preparar filetes de atún | Jamie Oliver En Español

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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Spanish Tuna

Cultural Context

Spanish Tuna, or Atún a la Plancha, is a beloved dish in coastal regions of Spain, where fresh seafood is abundant. Traditionally prepared on a hot grill, the dish highlights the quality of the tuna, often seasoned simply to enhance its natural flavors. It is commonly enjoyed during summer gatherings and is a staple in Mediterranean diets. Today, variations exist globally, with many adapting the flavors to local ingredients while maintaining the essence of this classic dish.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
tuna steaks
olive oil
garlic
lemon
parsley
salt
black pepper
paprika
bay leaves
white wine
capers
onion
tomato
red bell pepper
green olives

tuna steaks

🥗Healthier: swordfish

💰Cheaper: mackerel

Mackerel is a more affordable fish option while still providing a rich flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

capers

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: pickles

Pickles can provide a similar tangy flavor at a lower cost.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth can add flavor without the cost of wine.

1

Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

2

Brush tuna steaks with olive oil on both sides.

3

Season the tuna with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

4

Add minced garlic and lemon juice to the tuna, marinating for 10 minutes.

5

Place the tuna steaks on the hot grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until grill marks appear.

6

Remove the tuna from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

7

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

8

Add chopped onion and bell pepper, sautéing until soft, about 5 minutes.

9

Stir in chopped tomatoes, bay leaves, and capers, cooking for another 5 minutes.

10

Pour in white wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.

11

Remove bay leaves and stir in chopped parsley before serving.

12

Serve the grilled tuna with the sauce spooned over the top.

Cooking Techniques

grillingsautéingmarinating

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishsoy

Also Known As

Atún a la PlanchaSpanish Grilled Tuna
Local Name: Atún español

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