Southern Bluefin Tuna (SBT) are highly desired by anglers and foodies around the globe, and here in NZ we’re smack bang in the middle of their migration around our deeper coastlines.
It’s only fair then that we should pay homage to this magnificent pelagic species.
This party platter with Southern Bluefin belly (the most flavoursome part of the fish) comes from the classic Mediterranean Nicoise Salad and is a guaranteed crowd pleaser.
Ingredients
- Seared and sliced SBT
- Red onion
- New potatoes,small and cubed and fried
- Boiled eggs
- Lettuce
- Capers
- Olives
- Green beans
- Tangy vinaigrette and /or a mayo Tamarind Chutney combo
Method
Cut the belly into steaks roughly 30mm thick and with the pan on hot and doused with a splash of olive oil rapidly sear both sides. You should have a nice pink centre.
On a large platter combine the selection of produce with the celebrated SBT taking centre stage. There are no limits so include whatever may be in your garden or any special delights from your local farmers market.
Cheers and Enjoy
Marcus
Int’l Kiwi Chef
Quite good with rod and gun
