Tuna steaks moroccan style

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1teaspoonPaprika
½teaspoonGround cumin
1teaspoonTurmeric
¼teaspoonGround anise seed
½teaspoonGround ginger
teaspoonGround cinnamon
¼teaspoonRed hot pepper flakes
Salt and white pepper
4eachesTuna steaks (1-1/2# total, 1-1/2\" thick)
1eachTb lemon juice
2eachesTb olive oil
2eachesTb melted butter
4eachesTb coarsely chopped coriander

Directions

Combine spices. Rub steaks with mixture, sprinkle with lemon juice and olive oil. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand till ready to cook.

If broiling: Arrange on rack and place under very hot broiler, 4" from heat. Broil 4 minutes with door partly open, turn and cook on other side 3-4 minutes. For rare, cook less. Steaks should be well browned. If pan frying: Heat large cast iron skillet. Do not add fat.

When hot, add steaks in one layer and cook until well browned, 3 minutes per side. Place steaks on warm plates, brush with melted butter, sprinkle with coriander. Serve with couscous. Yield: 4 servings

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Submitted By MICHAEL GROSZ On 02-09-95