2 8 ounce tuna steaks (3/4 to 1 inch thick) Kosher salt, to taste 3 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon black peppercorns Peel of 1 lemon 1 jalapeno, halved 1 bay leaf 3 garlic cloves, crushed

Ingredients for Salad:

⅓ cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoon sour cream 1 clove garlic, grated ½ teaspoon lime-flavored gelatin, optional Zest of 2 limes (2 tsp.) 4 - 5 tablespoon lime juice ½ teaspoon smoked paprika ½ teaspoon kosher salt 2 little gems, halved or 1 romaine hearts, leaves separated 1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced 3 green onions, white and light green parts thinly sliced