Ahi tuna in mustard crust with red pepper nage

2 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
16ouncesSushi-quality tuna -- cut in 8 oz slices
1dashCumin
1dashYellow mustard seed
2Cloves garlic -- minced
1dashFresh thyme
4ouncesDijon mustard
1cupSeasoned bread crumbs --
1dashCayenne pepper
1dashSalt
1dashBlack pepper

Directions

SEASONINGS FOLLOW

* See recipe for "Red Pepper Nage," elsewhere in this cookbook.

Prepare breadcrumbs in the usual manner, using the spices listed.

Brush the tuna slices with Dijon mustard and spread the seasoned breadcrumbs over the mustard. Cook the tuna to the desired degree of doneness, which is preferably rare.

Serve with Red Pepper Nage.

Recipe By : Mark Monette of the Flagstaff House, Boulder, CO From: Marjorie Scofield Date: 09-26-95 (15:47) (160) Fido: Recipes