Description
Seared Ahi Tuna is a culinary masterpiece that combines rich flavors with stunning presentation. This dish features succulent tuna steaks seared to perfection, creating a crisp crust while keeping the center delightfully rare. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve it as an elegant entrée or slice it into sushi-style appetizers for an impressive and flavorful experience that will captivate your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh Ahi tuna steaks (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Allow tuna steaks to come to room temperature.
- Generously season both sides of the steaks with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side for rare doneness; adjust based on preference.
- Drizzle soy sauce over the tuna while still in the pan and let it sizzle briefly.
- Plate the tuna and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Ahi Tuna Steak (170g)
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 532mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg