1 1/3poundsskinless Pacific albacorecut into large cubes
Marinade
1/4cuplime juice
4teaspoonsvegetable oil
1teaspoonground coriander
1teaspoongrated fresh ginger
1teaspoonminced garlic
1/8teaspoonblack pepper
Dipping Sauce
3tablespoonspeanut butter
3tablespoonsWarm water
1tablespoonlime juice
generous pinch of cayenne
3/4teaspoonsugar
1-1 1/2teaspoonssalt-reduced soy sauce
1-2 1/2teaspoongrated fresh ginger
Instructions
Preparation
1 Rinse albacore with cold water; pat dry with paper towels. In glass or ceramic bowl, combine marinade ingredients.2 Add albacore cubes and marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes, tossing cubes gently halfway through marinating time.3 While albacore is marinating, make dipping sauce using the recipe below. 4 Drain albacore, reserving marinade. Thread albacore cubes on metal or bamboo skewers.5 Place skewers on greased grate 4-5 inch from hot briquettes. Cook 4-6 minutes per inch of fish (measured at its thickest point), turning to cook all sides.6 Baste frequently with reserved marinade. Do not overcook! Albacore should be pink in center when removed from heat. 7 Serve with dipping sauce. Dipping Sauce In small bowl, blend together peanut butter and warm water.8 Add remaining ingredients. 9 Let sit while albacore is cooking.
Source: National Fisheries Institute, Oregon Albacore Commission