Ingredients
18 small red-skinned potatoes
2 ½ lbs ahi tuna, cut in 1 ½ x 1 x 1 inch pieces
3 T sweet paprika
2 T olive oil
2 cups hickory smoked chips, soaked in water 30 minutes, drained
Directions
Cook potatoes in boiling salted water about 15 minutes.
Drain and cool.
Cut potatoes in half.
Combine potatoes, tuna, paprika and oil in large bowl.
Sprinkle with salt.
Toss to coat.
Alternate potatoes and tuna on skewers.
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
Place chips in 8 x 6 inch foil packet with open top.
Set atop coals 5 minutes before grilling kebabs.
Grill about 8 minutes, turning occasionally.
Spoon sauce on plates.
Arrange kebabs atop sauce.
Servings\Yield
Serves 6
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving - Calories: 350; Total Fat: 7g (Saturated Fat: 1.5g); Cholesterol: 65mg; Sodium: 300mg; Total Carbohydrates: 30g (Dietary Fiber: 4g, Sugars: 4g); Protein: 40g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
🧑🍳 The Cook:
Dave Ferguson
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Tuna & Potato Kebabs With Basque Tomato Sauce was added on April 10, 2025 and last updated on June 08, 2025.
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