Tuna Sandwich with Sun-Dried Tomato Mayonnaise and Radish Salad

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Tuna Sandwich with Sun-Dried Tomato Mayonnaise and Radish Salad

Info

Course:
Main Course
Prep Time:
1 Hour 15 Minutes
Total Time:
Under 2 Hours
Skill Level:
Moderate
Cost:
Inexpensive

Top Chef, Season 6, Episode 5, Elimination Challenge

Yield

2 Servings

Ingredients

2 (5-oz portions) yellowfin tuna filets
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 red onion, sliced into rings
1 shallot, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 rolls semolina batard bread
1 cup radishes, quartered
1 lemon, juiced
1 romaine heart, small leaves only
Black pepper
Maldon salt
Extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. Marinate shallots in rice wine vinegar.

2. Marinate radishes in 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper and Maldon salt to taste. Garnish with fresh herbs.

3. Blend sun-dried tomatoes with mayonnaise until smooth.

4. Season onion rings with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill until marked and soft. Chop rings to small dice.

5. Preheat pan until hot. Season tuna with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Quickly sear each side of fish and remove from pan. Let rest.

To Serve:

1. Slice rolls in half and spread on sun-dried tomato mayonnaise.

2. Assemble sandwich with grilled red onion, pickled shallots, small romaine leaves, and seared tuna on top.

3. Slice sandwich in half and serve with a side of marinated radishes.