Description
Sicilian Tuna Crudo is a fresh and zesty dish featuring thinly sliced sushi-grade tuna topped with citrus, olive oil, and a sprinkle of chili flakes. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 pound sushi-grade tuna steaks
- Good extra-virgin olive oil
- 1–2 Sicilian or blood oranges (or lemons)
- Handful fresh basil or mint leaves
- Sea salt (preferably flaky)
- Black pepper
- Pinch of chili flakes
- Optional: chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Slice the tuna into thin strips and lay them flat on a chilled plate.
- Squeeze over your orange juice or spoon over citrus slices.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Add the basil, mint, and pistachios if using.
- Top with chili flakes and black pepper.
- Let it chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve immediately for the best flavor as the citrus lightly ‘cooks’ the fish. Pair with cucumbers, toasted focaccia, or enjoy with a crisp white wine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg