1 to 2 Ahi tuna filet, about 1-inch thick
Blackening herb mix, about 1/4 to 1/2 cup or more
Crostini Toast or Water Wafer Crackers
Mediterranean Sauce

Heat a heavy skillet (preferably, cast iron) on high heat until it is very hot, about 2 to 5 minutes

Coat the tuna filet with the blackening spice, pressing the herb into the tuna

Place the tuna filet(s) in the hot skillet (do NOT add any oil)
Cook on each side about 1 to 2 minute, depending on the thickness of the filet, (note, the tuna should be cooked rare)

Remove the filet(s) and let cook completely before slicing (can be done a day ahead and refrigerated)

Slice the tuna, across the grain about 1/4-inch or thinner
Trim the tuna so they are about 1-inch square or 1 X 2-inches

Place the tuna slice on top of a
crostini toast
Spoon 1 tablespoon of the
Mediterranean sauce on top of the tuna and serve
Blackened Tuna Crostinis
With Mediterranean Sauce
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