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Smoked Tuna

Cultural Context

Smoked Tuna is a cherished dish in Ghana, where fish preservation methods are vital for local cuisine. Traditionally, smoking enhances the flavor and extends the shelf life of fish, making it a popular choice among coastal communities. Today, variations of smoked fish can be found globally, with many cultures embracing this technique for its rich taste and versatility in dishes.

GhanaianGHmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb tuna
to taste water
2 tablespoons fish seasoning
1 tablespoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tuna

🥗Healthier: mackerel

💰Cheaper: sardines

Mackerel provides healthy fats, while sardines are often more affordable.

smoking wood chips

💰Cheaper: aluminum foil

Aluminum foil can be used for a makeshift smoking method.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

1

Cut the tuna into preferred sizes and remove unwanted parts.

2

Wash the tuna thoroughly in a bowl of water or under running water.

3

Soak the tuna in another bowl of water with fish seasoning and salt for 30 minutes.

4

Drain the water from the tuna after soaking.

5

Spice the tuna again with fish seasoning and salt to taste and mix well.

6

Preheat the oven for 5 to 10 minutes.

7

Arrange the tuna on a grill rack with foil underneath to prevent mess.

8

Grill the tuna in the oven for 30 to 45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

smoking

Equipment Needed

smokermixing bowlmeasuring spoonsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Tuna FuméeTuna Ahumada

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