Grilled Skipjack Tuna

Name: Grilled Skipjack Tuna
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Tuvaluan
Ingredients: 2 tuna steaks (200g each); 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 lime, juiced; 1 tbsp coconut oil; 1 clove garlic, crushed; Salt and pepper; 1 green onion, sliced; 1 tsp ginger, grated

Grilled Tuna (grild TOO-nah)

Charcoal Grilled Tuna

⏱ Prep Time 10 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 245 kcal

Fresh skipjack tuna grilled over coals with lime and soy. Simple, smoky, and satisfying.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 38.0g

Carbs 3.0g

Fat 9.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ fish ⚠ soy

Equipment Needed

grill

Presentation Guide

Vessel: plate

Garnishes: lime, green onion

Accompaniments: coconut rice

Ingredients

2 tuna steaks (200g each)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 lime, juiced
1 tbsp coconut oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
Salt and pepper
1 green onion, sliced
1 tsp ginger, grated

Instructions

1
Mix soy, lime, garlic, ginger.
2
Marinate tuna 10 minutes.
3
Heat grill to high.
4
Grill 2 minutes per side.
5
Rest 2 minutes.
6
Garnish with green onion.

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Did You Know?

Tuvalu's fishing license revenue from its tuna-rich waters is the nation's largest income source.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

grill

Garnishing

lime, green onion

Accompaniments

coconut rice

The Story Behind Grilled Skipjack Tuna

Tuna fishing is the lifeblood of Tuvalu. The nation's vast exclusive economic zone contains some of the richest tuna grounds in the Pacific.

Grilling fresh tuna simply lets the incredible quality of the fish speak for itself.

This dish connects everyday eating with the economic foundation of the nation.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch, dinner 📜 Origins: Traditional

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