Blackened Tuna Steaks

Want to make a delicious dinner that is super easy?  Well, here is a simple recipe that you will love...  Enjoy.

Blackened Tuna Steaks

Marinade

2 Tbsp olive oil

2 Tbsp lime juice

2 cloves garlic, minced

4 tuna steaks

1 Jar of Mango Salsa (or make your own)

Rub for tuna

2 Tbsp paprika

1 Tbsp cayenne pepper (we only used 1 1/2 tsp and it was quite spicy)

1 Tbsp onion powder

2 Tsp salt

1 Tsp pepper

1 Tsp thyme

1 Tsp basil

1 Tsp oregano

1 Tbsp garlic powder

4 Tbsp olive oil

1.  Whisk together the marinade ingredients.  Rub the tuna steaks with the mixture.  Marinate for 3 hours.

2.  Stir together the rub ingredients.  Remove tuna from fridge; gently rinse with water, then dip each side of each steak in the spice mixture to coat.

3.  Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in large skillet over medium heat.  Gently lay the tuna in the hot oil.  Cook for 3 minutes on one side; remove to plate.  Pour the remaining 2 Tbsp olive oil in the pan, heat till oil is hot.  Lay the tuna uncooked side down into the skillet and cook another 3 minutes; remove from heat immediately.  Do not overcook.

4.  Spoon about 1/2 cup mango salsa onto each of 4 plates.  Lay the tuna steak on top of salsa.  Serve immediately.