Fresh tuna is a meaty and versatile fish, and with so many fresh tuna recipes to choose between, from delicate tartare to mouth watering pan seared steaks, it's time to think beyond canned.
So, forget the tin opener, and explore the versatility of fresh tuna instead. Perfect for salads and starters or a simple steak as a main course. See our fresh tuna recipes below and discover a whole new world of delicate flavour.
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Fresh Tuna Recipes
Using fresh tuna steaks elevates salad nicoise to new heights making this a healthy and nutritious lunchtime salad.
TUNA CARPACCIO, PISTACHIO ESSENCE AND VEGETABLE SPROUTS
Filippo Gozzoli, chef at Pescheria Da Claudio restaurant in Milan gave us this tasty tuna carpaccio recipe. Using the freshest of tuna the fish is complimented by shiso and sakura sprouts, tapenade and oven baked tomatoes.
TUNA TARTARE WITH FOIE GRAS AND CARAMELIZED EGGPLANT
Chef Roberto Okabe from Finger's restaurant in Milan gave us this luxurious appetizer including foie gras, caramalised aubergine and tuna tartare.
SANDWICH WITH TUNA AND PEPPERS
Rustle up the ultimate tuna sandwich with this simple recipe that packs a punch - grilled tuna steaks, pink in the middle, a generous serving of peppers and a dressing packed between good quality bread.
GRILLED TUNA SKEWERS WITH ORANGE AND GINGER ON COUSCOUS
Chargrilled tuna skewers and couscous are a light and healthy way to enjoy tuna and a perfect mid week dinner solution.
TUNA AND NEGI SUSHI ROLL
If you've never tried making sushi this is a great recipe to get you started on something simple and delicious.
Chef Jamie Oliver teaches us how to cook the perfect tuna steak with his fail safe technique: