Red Quinoa Crusted Tuna With Smoked Tomato Puree Recipes

SAUTEED VEAL CUTLETS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO PUREE

Steps:

• Dredge the veal cutlets in the flour and season with salt, pepper and fresh sage. In large skillet set over moderately high heat and heat the oil and butter until hot. Add the veal cutlets and cook them for 2 minutes on each side or until just cooked. Transfer the veal to a plate. Add the wine to the skillet and reduce it by half. Add the broth and tomato puree and bring to a simmer. Return the veal cutlets to the pan and simmer for 2 to 3 more minutes, or until veal is heated through. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with the fresh sage leaves.

BANANA-AVOCADO MOUSSE WITH CARAMELIZED RED ONION PUREE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, roughly mash the bananas, avocados, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, creme fraiche, and 2 teaspoons salt with a fork. Transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender. Puree the mixture until really smooth. Place the mousse in a clean bowl and put in the freezer for at least 1 hour before serving.
• For the red onion puree: Heat the oil in a large saucepan until just smoking, then add the onions and cook until theyre deep brown. Stir constantly so the onions dont burn. When the onions are browned, add the red wine, port wine, and remaining 2 teaspoons salt, and simmer to reduce until the onions have absorbed all the wine. Remove the pan from the heat and transfer to a food processor or blender. Allow to cool for 1 minute. Puree the onions and run through a fine sieve and let cool.
• To serve: In a martini glass, place a scoop of the mousse and top with the red onion puree. Enjoy as an appetizer or funky dessert.

QUINOA-TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare 1 cup quinoa as the label directs. Stir to cool slightly. Toss with 1 cup halved grape tomatoes, one 15-ounce can hearts of palm (drained, rinsed and sliced), 2 chopped scallions, 2 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of sugar; season with salt. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

AHI TUNA TARTARE WITH HERBED BROWN BUTTER AND FRESH APPLES

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl, add the tuna, shallot, ginger, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, sesame oil, salt, and pepper, and toss gently. Add the diced Granny smith apples and toss to coat.
• In a small saute pan over high heat, melt the butter and cook it until it turns a deep rich brown. As soon as the butter turns brown, stir in the parsley, tarragon, and chives and remove from the heat. Spoon the butter over the tuna mixture and serve immediately with 1 apple slice on the side.