Tuna Kebabs with Ginger-Chile Marinade

Name: Tuna Kebabs with Ginger-Chile Marinade
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 2 tablespoons Asian sesame oil; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro; 1 piece serrano chile; 1 to taste white pepper; 1½ pounds ahi tuna; 1 as needed nonstick vegetable oil spray; 1 large red bell pepper; 1 large sweet onion; 6 pieces metal skewers; 2 tablespoons cilantro

Succulent ahi tuna cubes marinated in an Asian-inspired sauce with ginger, chile, and sesame oil, then grilled with colorful bell peppers and sweet onions for a delicious and healthy meal.

6 servings

1 hr

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
•2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
•2 tablespoons peanut oil
•2 tablespoons Asian sesame oil
•2 tablespoons soy sauce
•2 tablespoons honey
•1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
•1 piece serrano chile
•1 to taste white pepper
•1½ pounds ahi tuna
•1 as needed nonstick vegetable oil spray
•1 large red bell pepper
•1 large sweet onion
•6 pieces metal skewers
•2 tablespoons cilantro

Cooking Instructions

1.
Whisk first 8 ingredients in medium bowl to blend; season to taste with ground white pepper. Transfer 3 tablespoons marinade to small bowl and reserve. Add tuna to remaining marinade in medium bowl and toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 45 minutes.
45 min
2.
Spray grill rack with nonstick spray. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Alternate tuna cubes, bell pepper squares, and onion squares on each of 6 metal skewers. Grill to desired doneness, turning frequently, about 4 minutes total for medium-rare. Transfer to platter. Drizzle reserved marinade over; sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
15 min