Grilled Tuna with Fennel and Thyme

Recipe courtesy of Seafish, the UK Sea Fish Industry Authority.

Recipe Ingredients:

4 tuna steaks, fresh or defrosted
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Grated rind and juice of 1 lemon
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed

Cooking Directions:

1. Season the fish and place in a shallow dish.
2. Mix the oil, lemon rind and juice, thyme and fennel in a bowl. Pour over the fish and leave to marinate for 1 to 2 hours.
3. Prepare a hot grill. When hot, cook the fish for 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
4. Serve with a green salad and crusty bread.

Makes 4 servings.

Note: a Lightly oiled griddle pan or a heavy based frying pan may used instead of grilling.

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Recipe and photograph courtesy of Seafish, the UK Sea Fish Industry Authority www.seafish.org.