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Seared Tuna and Creamy Lima Bean Pasta

Seared Tuna and Creamy Lima Bean Pasta

Elevating the concept of tuna casserole, this dish features fresh tuna steaks seared to perfection. They sit atop pasta tossed in a luxurious, creamy lima bean sauce that is brightened with a squeeze of fresh lemon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • Fish: 4 tuna steaks 12oz total, salt, pepper
  • Pasta: 1 lb thin spaghetti angel hair
  • Sauce: 1 cup heavy cream 1 tbsp flour, 2 tbsp butter, juice of 1 lemon, 1 can (14oz) lima beans

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • Pot (for pasta)
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Simmer cream, flour, butter, and lemon juice for 15 mins. Add drained lima beans and cook 5 mins more.
  2. Season tuna steaks. Sear in hot oil for 2-3 mins per side (aim for a pink center).
  3. Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente; drain.
  4. Toss pasta with the creamy bean sauce.
  5. Slice the tuna and arrange on top of the pasta.

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