Seared Ahi Tuna

INGREDIENTS

4 ea      Tomatoes, Plum - diced

1/2 Cup   Onion, Red - diced

1 Tbls    Jalapeno - chopped

1 Tbls    Cilantro - chopped

1 Tbls    Garlic, Minced

1 tsp     Salt

1/2 tsp   Pepper, Black

1 ea      Lemon - squeezed

4 ea     Ahi Tuna Filets

4 Tbls    Olive Oil

1/2 tsp   Pepper, Black

DIRECTIONS

1.  In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients from the Tomatoes through the Lemon juice.

2.  Mix gently and then place in the refrigerator to incorporate flavors

3.  Preheat a large skillet on HIGH.

4.  Oil both sides of all the filets and then sprinkle one side of each with 1/8 tsp of Pepper.

5.  Place the Tuna, seasoned side down, into the hot pan.

6.  Let sear for 3 minutes and then flip over, reducing heat to low.

7.  Cover the skillet lightly with a piece of tinfoil and let simmer until the Tuna is at the proper doneness; 6 minutes for Medium-Rare, 10 minutes for Medium

8.  Remove from pan and plate the filets.

9.  Top each piece with 3 Tbls of the Pico de Gallo and serve with a portion of white rice.

10. Serve and Savor!