Seared Ahi Tuna
A quick and healthy Asian-inspired seared tuna recipe using sushi-grade yellowfin tuna.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 4 min
- Total Time: 14 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sushi-grade ahi tuna steaks (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels.
- Mix sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame seeds, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Coat the tuna steaks with the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat.
- Sear the tuna for 1-2 minutes per side for rare, or longer if desired.
- Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife to slice the tuna for clean cuts.
- Serve with a side of wasabi or pickled ginger.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tuna steak
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 50mg