Zakarians Tuna With Celery And Walnuts Food

TUNA STEAK BURGERS

Steps:

• For the chipotle mayo: Whisk together the mayonnaise, adobo, parsley, capers, shallots, vinegar, ginger and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
• For the tuna: Preheat a large grill pan on high heat until very hot.
• Drizzle both sides of each tuna steak with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Sear the steaks on each side for about 2 minutes for medium.
• Meanwhile, toast the rolls, spread with a little butter and rub with the garlic.
• Spread both sides of each roll with the chipotle mayo. Then layer on lettuce leaves, a tuna steak and some pickled red onions, jalapenos and Fried Shallots.
• In a medium, heavy-bottomed pot, add the shallots and enough oil to cover by at least 2 inches. Place the pot over medium-low heat and bring to a low simmer, stirring frequently so the shallot rings separate. Cook at a low simmer until most of the bubbles subside and the shallots are browned and crispy, 20 to 25 minutes. Use a slotted spoon or sieve to remove the shallots, place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain and season with salt. Let dry at least 1 hour. If the shallots are not completely crispy, dry in the oven at 200 degrees F for another 5 to 10 minutes.

TURKEY WALDORF SALAD

Steps:

• Combine the mayonnaise and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Add the celery salt and season with salt and pepper.
• Stir in the turkey, apples, celery and celery leaves, grapes and walnuts.
• Divide the Bibb lettuce among 4 plates. Spoon the salad mixture into the Bibb lettuce cups and garnish with the cilantro leaves and chiles.

WALDORF TUNA SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the tuna, apple, celery, raisins, dates and walnuts. Combine yogurt and mayonnaise; add to tuna mixture and toss to coat. Serve on lettuce-lined plates; sprinkle with the cheese.

TOSTONES WITH TUNA TARTARE

Steps:

• For the plantains: Pour 1/2 inch canola oil into a large skillet and heat over medium heat until the oil is shimmering. Line a sheet pan with paper towels and set aside.
• Add the plantains to the oil; it should be barely bubbling. Cook, in batches, until soft and lightly golden, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board.
• Place a plate on top of a plantain slice and press to flatten it to 1/4- to 1/8-inch thick. Repeat with the remaining plantains. Return all the plantains to the hot oil, in batches, and fry until crispy, about 1 minute. Drain on the lined sheet pan. Season immediately with salt and pepper.
• For the tartare: In a medium bowl, combine the crema, cilantro, scallion whites, adobo, ginger, the juice from half the lime and salt and pepper to taste. Add the tuna and mix so that the tuna is well coated. Adjust the seasonings.
• Top each plantain with some tuna tartare, a sprinkle of salt, scallion greens and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately.

ZAKARIAN'S TUNA WITH CELERY AND WALNUTS

Steps:

• Combine the tuna, celery, walnuts, olive oil, olives, capers, parsley vinegar and lemon juice in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. Top the crackers with the tuna mixture and serve. If making a sandwich, add 2 tbsp mustard to make this recipe spreadable! Recipe courtesy of Geoffrey Zakarian Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/geoffrey-zakarian/albacore-tuna-with-celery-and-walnuts.html

SPICY TUNA TARTARE

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic and ginger. Add the tuna to the sauce and gently stir to coat. Adjust seasonings.
• To serve, top each endive leaf with about 1 tablespoon of the crudo, some Pickled Radishes and a sprinkle of chives. Serve immediately.
• In a glass measuring cup, add the hot water, vinegar, sugar, salt, honey and some pepper. Stir until the sugar and salt dissolve. Add the radishes to a glass jar and pour the pickling liquid over them. Set aside to pickle for 1 hour. After 1 hour, cover the jar and refrigerate.

TUNA WALNUT SALAD

Steps:

• Combine mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, vinegar, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add walnuts, celery, carrot, and green onions, mix well. Add tuna and mix evenly. Serve mounded over tomato slices. Garnish with shredded parmesan if desired.

TUNA SALAD SANDWICH WITH APPLES AND WALNUTS

Steps:

• Toast the walnuts in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Alternatively, roast the walnuts in a preheated 300°F oven for 10 minutes, or until they smell toasted. Remove the walnuts to a plate and set aside to cool.
• Whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and cider vinegar in a small bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasonings as needed.
• Combine the walnuts, apples, tuna, red onion, and parsley in a bowl. Toss with half the dressing. Add more dressing, if desired.
• Spread the salad over 4 slices of bread. Top with the other 4 slices. Cut each sandwich in half, and serve.