Description
Seared Ahi Tuna is a delightful dish that brings the fresh taste of the ocean right to your table. With its tender, pink center and crispy crust, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a simple weeknight dinner. Served with zesty lemon and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, each bite bursts with flavor, making it an elegant yet approachable option for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 Ahi Tuna Steaks (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 2 Green Onions (chopped)
- Lemon Wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat dry the ahi tuna steaks using paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Add olive oil to the pan and let it shimmer before placing the tuna steaks in.
- Sear each steak for 1-2 minutes on each side until a golden crust forms while keeping the center rare.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Ahi Tuna Steak (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg