Peppercorn-Crusted Tuna

Directions

1. 1
   Rub 2 tbsp (25 mL) olive oil onto tuna steaks all over and coat top with peppercorns and salt.
2. 2
   Heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over high heat.
3. 3
   Add tuna peppercorn-side up.
4. 4
   Fry for 2 minutes, flip and fry for 2 to 3 minutes, depending on thickness of fish.
5. 5
   Remove tuna from pan and transfer onto serving plates.
6. 6
   The fish should be rare. If you like it more cooked, fry another 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Add red wine to skillet over high heat and reduce until 2 tbsp (25 mL) remain.
8. 8
   Add balsamic vinegar and stock and reduce until 1/2 cup (125 mL) remains.
9. 9
   Add cream and boil just until sauce begins to thicken.
10. 10
    Season with salt and pepper.
11. 11
    Spoon sauce around tuna.