Grilled Tuna Sandwich with Wasabi Mayonnaise
Serves: 4
3 Tbs. Rice wine vinegar
¾ tsp. Grated fresh ginger
2 tsp. Sugar
1 ½ tsp. Minced shallot
4 tuna steaks (5 to 6 oz. Each)
1 Tbs. Vegetable oil
¼ tsp. Salt
8 slices Tuscan bread, lightly toasted
3 cups packed mesclun salad greens, watercress or other mixed salad greens
(4oz)
Sesame noodles (optional)
Heat Grill pan
Make Vinaigrette: combine all vinaigrette ingredients in bowl.
Brush tuna with oil; sprinkle with salt. Grill on medium* heat 2 ½ minutes
to 3 minutes per side for medium-rate. Set aside; keep warm.
Spread Wasabi Mayonnaise evenly on four slices bread; set aside.
Toss salad greens with vinaigrette in bowl; divide and arrange evenly on remaining
bread slices. Arrange tuna steaks on greens. Top with reserved bread. Cut sandwiches
in half. Serve with sesame noodles, if desired. Makes 4 servings
* Note: To test for medium heat, you should be able to hold your hand
over the coals at the height of the food for 4 seconds before you have
to pull away.