Ahi Tuna with Green Tea Soy Broth
(from staceydan’s recipe box)
Makes 4 servings, each containing approximately:
345 calories
34 gm. carbohydrate
9 gm. fat
48 gm. cholesterol
31 gm. protein
587 mg. sodium
3 gm. fiber
Source: Canyon Ranch
Categories: Fish
Ingredients
- 2 green tea bags
- 3 cups hot water
- 1 tablespoon ginger juice
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium tamari sauce
- 2 teaspoons frozen pineapple juice concentrate
- 3 cups leeks or scallions, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 4-ounce ahi tuna fillets
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
Directions
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Preheat grill or broiler.
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Brew the green tea in hot water for 4 to 6 minutes. In a large saucepan, combine the tea, ginger juice, tamari sauce and pineapple juice concentrate creating a broth.
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In a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil to medium heat. Add leeks or scallions and sauté briefly.
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Brush each tuna fillet with 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and grill 3 to 5 minutes on each side or to desired doneness. Keep warm.
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In a medium sauce pot, reheat broth to a simmer. Pour 3/4 cup of broth in a 12 ounce bowl. Add 1/2 cup of cooked brown rice.
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Top with grilled ahi tuna fillet and 3/4 cup of sautéed leeks or scallions.