The tuna it is a very versatile fish in the kitchen. Consumed fresh, it is the extra touch of so many genuine and tasty dishes, an elegant ingredient to impress. And it's a very thin fish; it is rich in proteins of high biological value, of precious omega 3 and iron.
To recognize the freshness of tuna, at the time of purchase, do not rely only on color: the beautiful red color is not a guarantee because it is often altered by preserving substances to make it more appealing to the consumer. Rather, make sure it has no odor, let alone unpleasant smells. It also verifies the consistency of the meat: to the touch it must be compact and not sticky.
Sale & Pepe suggests some recipes based on fresh tuna destined to conquer your guests both on the palate and on sight. You can surprise everyone with an unusual combination of ingredients and colors when cooking millefoglie with peppers and fresh tuna: each layer of pepper, yellow or red, interspersed with a slice of tuna, is spread with an appetizing sauce of anchovies, capers, vinegar, egg, pepper and tuna in oil.
You can bet on a recipe that is quick to make but certainly effective when cooking tuna with oranges, fennel and almonds: in just over a quarter of an hour you will get a second dish that is a harmony of colors and a delicate pleasure on the palate.
Do you want to turn tuna into a refined and choreographic second? here is the tuna fillet in potato crust: the peeled and grated potatoes are combined with finely chopped shallots and thyme, forming a mixture with which to cover the tuna fillet, before putting it in the oven. The final result, with a golden and crunchy covering, will be delicious.
Fresh tuna is also perfect with pasta. You'll find out by making the recipe of gods fresh tuna fusilli with crumbled taralli: the diced tuna are browned in a pan with ginger and then seasoned with salt, lemon peel and mint leaves.
And then, a classic recipe, the tuna tartare: raw tuna, cut into lozenges, is mixed with an aromatic mix of pine nuts, anchovies, capers, raisins, chives, oil and lemon juice.
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