Six-Minute Seared Ahi Tuna Steaks
These seared ahi tuna steaks take only 6 minutes to make- they’re healthy, crispy and seared on the outside, and medium-rare on the inside, and bursting with umami flavor!
Prep: 1min
Total: 6min
Yield: 2
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 331 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 20 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Sodium 1632 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 9 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 2 ahi tuna (yellowfin tuna) steaks ((about 4 oz. each, 1″ thick – see notes for thinner or thicker))
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil (see notes)
- 1 tablespoon honey (see notes)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper ((optional))
- 1 tablespoon canola oil (or olive oil)
- green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and lime wedges (for serving (optional))
Instruction:
- Pat the ahi tuna steaks dry with a paper towel. Place on a plate or inside a plastic bag.
- Mix the soy sauce (2 tablespoons), toasted sesame oil (1 tablespoon), honey (1 tablespoon) kosher salt (1/2 teaspoon- OMIT if marinating for more than a couple hours, see notes), pepper (1/4 teaspoon), and cayenne pepper (1/4 teaspoon) until honey is fully dissolved. Pour over the ahi tuna steaks and turn over to coat completely. Optional: allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator. Also optional: Reserve a spoonful or two of the marinade before coating the fish for drizzling on top after you’ve cooked it.
- Heat a medium skillet (preferably non-stick or a well-seasoned cast iron skillet) on medium-high to high until very hot ( or medium medium-high for nonstick). I recommend giving cast iron 3-5 minutes to get hot and nonstick about 1 minute, depending on how thick it is.
- Add the canola oil (1 tablespoon) to the hot pan. Sear the tuna for 1 – 1½ minutes on each side for medium rare ( 2 -2½ minutes for medium-well to well, 30 seconds for very rare. See notes – this will vary based on thickness of the tuna steaks). (Note: different burners get hotter depending on your stove. Use your best judgement whether you use medium, medium-high, or high heat, as the marinade may burn if too high heat is used)
- Remove to a cutting board. Slice into 1/2 inch slices and serve garnished with green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice, if desired.
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FAQ
How is ahi tuna best cooked?
What pairs well with ahi tuna?
- Oven Roasted Potatoes.
- Sauteed Green Beans.
- Saffron Jasmine Rice.
- Greek Pasta Salad.
- Cucumber Vinegar Salad.
- Steakhouse Creamed Spinach.
- Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts.
- Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms.
How does Gordon Ramsay cook ahi tuna?
Can you cook ahi tuna all the way through?
The trick, you’ll find, is not to overcook the fish. Even if you generally like your food cooked well done, Ahi Tuna is a food you want to cook as little as possible. As it cooks, it very quickly hardens, so it’s good to make sure the center is nice and red (or pink).
