Description
This Seared Ahi Tuna recipe is a flavorful and elegant dish that comes together quickly, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The tuna steaks are seasoned with a delicious blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and spices, then seared to perfection for a crispy crust while keeping the center rare. Serve with your favorite sides or over a bed of greens for a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Tuna Steaks:
- 2 ahi tuna steaks (about 6 oz each, 1-inch thick)
Marinade:
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon lime or lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Coating:
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (white and/or black)
- 1 tablespoon high-heat oil (like avocado or canola)
Instructions
- Prepare Tuna: Pat the tuna steaks dry and coat with the marinade.
- Add Coating: Sprinkle sesame seeds on both sides of the steaks.
- Sear Tuna: Sear in a hot pan for 1-1 1/2 minutes per side.
- Rest and Serve: Let the tuna rest, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Best served rare to medium-rare.
- Pair with soy-ginger dipping sauce or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
