Ahi Tuna Incredible: 10 Reasons to Try This Flavorful Dish
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Quick and Easy Ahi Tuna: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
- Author: Lisa
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Low Fat
- 2 ahi tuna steaks (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: Wasabi or sriracha for serving
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
- Place the ahi tuna steaks in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let them marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of sesame oil for cooking.
- Remove the tuna from the marinade and season with salt and pepper. Place the steaks in the hot skillet.
- Sear the tuna for about 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer it more cooked.
- During the last minute of cooking, sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the tuna to toast them slightly.
- Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
- Cut the tuna steaks into thin slices for serving.
- Arrange the sliced tuna on a plate and drizzle with any remaining marinade if desired.
- Top with chopped green onions and serve with optional wasabi or sriracha on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 60mg