Fresh tuna takes only minutes to make. The secret is to have a very hot skillet so the tuna sears on each side.
Cauliflower, microwaved and mashed looks like mashed potatoes. Wild mushrooms add an earthy flavor.
Save time and the need to wash a second skillet. Use the same skillet for the tuna and mushrooms. Saute the mushrooms first. Remove from the skillet and sear the tuna in the same skillet.
Fred Tasker's wine suggestion: Tuna is one of those red-wine-with-fish dishes. Maybe a light-bodied pinot noir.
Helpful Hints:
_ Minced garlic can be found in the produce section of the market.
_ A quick way to chop chives is to snip them with a scissors.
Countdown:
_ Saute mushrooms and garlic.
_ Prepare and microwave cauliflower.
_ Sear tuna.
Shopping List:
To buy: } pound tuna steaks,1 package shitake mushrooms, 1 head cauliflower, 1 bunch chives, 1 bunch parsley (optional) and 1 carton reduced-fat sour cream.
Staples: Canola oil, garlic, skim milk, salt and black peppercorns.
