Banderillas (Tuna Skewers)

• tuna steak↗1⁄2 lb
• lemon↗1
• lemon juice↗1 tablespoon
• olive oil↗1 tablespoon
• small capers↗16
• anchovy-stuffed olives↗8

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Soak 8 wooden skewers in cold water for one hour.

2. 2

   Cut the raw tuna into 24 even-sized cubes. Remove the zest from the lemon and cut it into thin strips. Make sure you do not cut into the white pith.

3. 3

   Mix the tuna cubes, lemon zest, lemon juice and olive oil. Allow to marinate while skewers are soaking.

4. 4

   When ready to cook, thread each skewer with three pieces of tuna, two caper berries and one olive, alternating each ingredient. Put into a non-metallic dish and pour marinade over the skewers.

5. 5

   Broil for 4 minutes on each side, cooking until done to your liking.