Sicilian Tuna Crudo with Olives and Pistachios
This recipe for Sicilian style tuna crudo is so delicious and only takes 15 minutes to make. Fresh raw tuna is topped with coarse sea salt, lemon, Sicilian olives, fresh basil, crunchy pistachios and plenty of olive oil. It's a simple, flavorful preparation that highlights the delicate tuna and is so stunning on a plate.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 165kcal
Ingredients
- ½ lb fresh sushi-grade tuna
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- coarse flaky sea salt to taste
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes to taste
- 1 tablespoon Castelvetrano olives pitted and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon pistachios shelled and chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil finely minced
Instructions
- Using a very sharp knife, slice the tuna against the grain, as thinly as you can, about ¼ - ⅛ inch thick. Try to make the slices as consistent in size as possible.
- Arrange the tuna on chilled plates in a single layer. Drizzle with lemon juice, then season all over with sea salt and red chili flakes.
- Sprinkle the tuna with olives, pistachios and lemon zest, then drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
- Finish with Fresh basil on top, then serve immediately.
Notes
- The quality of your ingredients really matters. Use the freshest, best quality tuna and extra virgin olive oil for the best tasting carpaccio.
- Keep your tuna cold at all times to maintain freshness.
- Placing the tuna in the freezer for 30-60 minutes before slicing will make the flesh firmer and easier to cut.
- For a restaurant worthy presentation, chill your plates in the refrigerator or freezer beforehand.
- To make in advance, arrange the slices on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 5 hours in advance. When ready, dress and serve.
- Do not add the lemon juice or sea salt until right before serving so that it doesn't begin to cook or cure the tuna.
Nutrition
Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 54mg | Potassium: 202mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1293IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
