*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                     Barbecued Tuna with Lemon Butter

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Seafood

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   3      lb            tuna steaks -- *See note
   6      slices        bacon
     1/2  cup           butter
   1      clove         garlic -- minced
     1/4  cup           lemon juice
   2      tablespoons   fresh parsley -- minced

*NOTE:  Substitute Shark, Marlin or Swordfish
 Wrap 1 strip of bacon around the circumference of each steak
and secure with a toothpick.  Melt butter, stir in garlic, lemon juice and parsley. 
 Set aside. Grease grates of a preheated grill and place steaks about 6 inches above the coals. 
 Brush with lemon butter, baste and cook.  
Turn only once and baste several times until fish becomes opaque. 
Allow 10 minutes per inch of thickness.  5 minutes per side for a 1-inch steak. 
 May also be done in a broiler.

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