INGREDIENTS
2 TBSP. oil
1 red bell pepper, chopped fine
1/2 tsp. salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
4 tuna fillets
Salt and pepper
1 bunch scallions, minced
DIRECTIONS
For glaze:
Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Add the bell pepper and salt; cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in the garlic; cook 15 seconds.
Stir in the wine, brown sugar and red pepper flakes.
Simmer until slightly reduced, about 10 minutes.
Pat the tuna dry with paper towels.
Season with salt and pepper.
Lay skin side down in a lightly oiled 13x9 baking dish.
Bake for 5 minutes.
Using a pastry brush, spread a thick layer of the glaze over top and sides of the tuna.
Continue to bake 5 minutes longer.
Brush the fillets with another layer of glaze and sprinkle with the minced scallions before serving.
Serves 4.
