Seared Tuna and Watercress with Scallion-Ginger Relish Recipe

Seared Tuna and Watercress with Scallion-Ginger Relish Recipe

  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions
  • 1/2 cup drained, canned water chestnuts, diced (see Tips for Two)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted (see Tip)
  • 1 (8 ounce) tuna steak, about 1 inch thick
  • 1/2 teaspoon canola oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups watercress, washed and trimmed
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Combine orange juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, hot sauce and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Transfer half the dressing to a small bowl; add scallions, water chestnuts and sesame seeds, and toss.
  3. Rub tuna with canola oil and sprinkle with salt and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Grill until the fish is opaque, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  4. Add watercress to the large bowl and toss to coat with the remaining dressing. Cut the tuna into 2 portions. Divide the watercress between 2 plates and top with the tuna and scallion-ginger relish.
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