Seven spice tuna steaks

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This is a really tasty great summer barbecue recipe idea.

Don't forget to rest the fish for 7 minutes, it makes a massive difference.

Ingredients

• 4 x 200g (7 oz) tuna steaks
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 2 teaspoons paprika powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon allspice
• 1 level teaspoons peppercorns (white preferred, black will do)
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1.5 teaspoons olive oil

Mise en place

• Grind the whole spices in a coffee grinder or pestle and mortar

Method

1. Mix the spices and oil together to form a smooth paste
2. Spread over both sides of the fish
3. Leave to marinade for 1 hour in a cool place
4. Cook for 4 minutes a side on a hot barbecue
5. Remove, cover and rest for 7 minutes

Serving suggestions

Serve hot with fennel relish and a mixed bean salad