Quick and Tasty Tuna Steaks Recipe
Seared tuna steaks, marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic, are quickly seared to tender perfection for a flavorful main course. Pair with your favorite sides for a delightful meal that's both elegant and easy to prepare.
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Calories: 300kcal
Servings: 2
Equipment
- Frying Pan/Skillet
- Spatula and Tongs
- Cutting Board and Knife
- Mixing Bowls
- Paper Towels
- Measuring Spoons
- Plastic Lid optional
Ingredients
- 2 tuna steaks
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing
- Sesame seeds and lime wedges for garnish; optional
Instructions
- Pat dry 2 tuna steaks (6-8 ounces each) and season with salt and black pepper.
- In a shallow dish, mix 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 2 minced garlic cloves for the marinade.
- Coat the tuna steaks in the marinade, let sit for 15-30 minutes in the fridge.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Remove the tuna from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off.
- Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes per side for rare to medium-rare doneness.
- Optionally, sprinkle sesame seeds over the tuna during the last minute of cooking.
- Rest the tuna steaks for a few minutes on a cutting board.
- Slice the tuna against the grain into thin pieces.
- Serve the seared tuna slices with optional lime wedges and preferred sides.
Notes
- This recipe makes enough for 4 tuna steaks. If using more tuna steaks, you should double the marinade.
- Tuna steak will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. If you want to freeze it, seal it tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
- There is typically no need to cut the tuna steaks before marinating and grilling. They should be good as-is and ready to marinate right out of the package.
- Thaw tuna steaks in the fridge. It should only take a couple hours. If you’ve purchased your tuna steaks fresh, use by the sell-by date.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcal