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Seared Ahi Tuna


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 8-9 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Seared Ahi Tuna is a simple yet elegant dish where fresh tuna steaks are quickly seared on the outside while remaining rare on the inside, preserving their delicate texture and flavor. Served with a soy-based dipping sauce, it’s a delicious and healthy meal perfect for seafood lovers! #ahituna #searedtuna #seafoodrecipe #healthymeals #gourmetdinner


Ingredients

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  • 2 ahi tuna steaks (about 6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions, thinly sliced for garnish (optional)
  • Wasabi or dipping sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat a skillet or pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil and sesame oil.
  2. Season both sides of the tuna steaks with salt and pepper.
  3. Once the pan is hot, sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until the outside is browned but the inside remains rare or medium-rare (adjust cooking time if you prefer it more well done).
  4. While the tuna cooks, mix the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and grated ginger in a small bowl to make the dipping sauce.
  5. Remove the tuna from the pan and let it rest for 2 minutes before slicing it against the grain into thin strips.
  6. Drizzle the dipping sauce over the tuna and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.
  7. Serve immediately with your choice of sides, like a salad, rice, or steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, serve with a dollop of wasabi or your favorite hot sauce.
  • Make sure the tuna is fresh and of high quality, as this dish is best served rare or medium-rare.
  • If you prefer a crispy exterior, you can lightly coat the tuna with sesame seeds before searing it.
  • Seared Ahi Tuna also works great in sushi rolls or on top of a salad.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3-4 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Seared
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tuna steak
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg