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Sicilian Tuna Crudo

Sicilian Tuna Crudo: Fresh, Quick Delight for Seafood Lovers

Sicilian Tuna Crudo is a fresh, vibrant dish that captures the essence of raw seafood with zesty lemon and rich olives.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna
  • 8 oz Fresh Sushi-Grade Tuna Choose the highest quality available for best flavor and safety.
For the Dressing
  • 1 medium Lemon Freshly squeezed adds brightness.
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-quality oil to enhance richness.
  • 1 tsp Coarse Sea Salt Adds crunchy texture.
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes Sprinkle to balance the dish.
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Castelvetrano Olives Rich, buttery flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Pistachios Introduces a delightful crunch.
  • a few leaves Fresh Basil Essential for bright notes.

Equipment

  • Sharp knife
  • refrigerator
  • serving plates

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Using a very sharp knife, slice your fresh sushi-grade tuna against the grain into uniform ¼ to ⅛ inch thick slices.
  2. Take your chilled plates from the refrigerator and arrange the sliced tuna in a single layer.
  3. Drizzle the arranged tuna generously with freshly squeezed lemon juice, then sprinkle with sea salt and red pepper flakes.
  4. Top the seasoned tuna with chopped Castelvetrano olives and crushed pistachios, then grate some lemon zest over the dish.
  5. Drizzle high-quality extra virgin olive oil over the entire plate and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy the dish fresh to experience the delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Always choose fresh, sushi-grade tuna for best results.

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