Instructions: 1. To prepare the crust: In a small saucepot combine the jalapeno, ginger, garlic, lime zest and juice, salt, peppercorns, sugar, and white wine. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes on medium heat. Most of the liquid will be absorbed. Remove from the heat and cool.

2. To prepare the tuna: Pack the crust mixture onto the tuna steaks.

Let them absorb some of the flavors for 20 minutes at room temperature before cooking. Preheat a heavy pan very hot for 5 minutes. Drizzle the tuna with olive oil, then sear for only about 30 seconds on each side. Serve.

If you would like to email yourself the recipe for later use, or share the recipe with your friends or family, enter the email addresses below and this recipe will be emailed to you and others as well.