Fresh Tuna Recipes

Are you looking for inspiration to prepare tuna just like the pros? Below you’ll find 12 Easy Fresh Tuna Recipes, from tuna steak to tuna tartare and even spicy tuna sushi rolls.

We are not talking about the dry, flaky canned fish here. The joys of eating fresh tuna are almost indescribable, and there are plenty of ways to enjoy it for lunch and dinner without breaking a sweat!

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:

1. Pat the ahi tuna steaks dry with a paper towel. Place on a plate or inside a plastic bag.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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)
5. 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.

Grilled Fresh Tuna Steak Recipe

It takes just a few ingredients and a hot grill to get great results in this easy fresh tuna recipe. The delightful combination of the rare interior and the seared exterior will blow everyone’s mind.

Total: 10min

Yield: 8

Ingredients:

• 4 tuna steaks
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• salt
• black pepper
• sesame seeds (to garnish)
• 6 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons finely grated ginger
• 2 teaspoon minced garlic

Instruction:

1. Prepare the sauce by whisking together the following ingredients in order in a small bowl: soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, sesame oil, ginger and garlic. Set aside.
2. Preheat the grill to high.
3. Rub the tuna steaks with olive oil on all sides, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
4. Cook on the grill, for 2 minutes on each side.
5. Transfer to cutting board and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
6. Cut the steaks into slices, going across the grain. Serve with the sauce as a dip and enjoy!

Best Tuna Steaks Marinade Recipe

This is the best, easy tuna steak marinade! All you need is a few simple ingredients and 30 minutes to infuse your tuna steaks with deliciously bold flavor – zesty, with fresh herbs, garlic, a hint of sweet honey, and savory spices.

Prep: 5min

Total: 50min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 425 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 26 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 649 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, unSaturated Fat 20 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 2-4 tuna steaks
• ⅓ cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon coarsely cracked black pepper (or ¼ teaspoon ground pepper)
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• juice of half a lemon (about 2 tablespoons)

Instruction:

1. Combine all of the marinade ingredients and whisk vigorously.
2. Place tuna steaks in a gallon ziploc bag. Add the marinade, toss to coat the tuna steaks, press out excess air and seal (if using ziploc bag).
3. Transfer to the fridge and chill for 30 minutes.
4. Grill 6-8 minutes on each side until easily flaked with a fork and center of tuna steak is just barely pink. Internal temperature should read 90-95 degrees when done. Alternately, steaks can be seared in a skillet over medium-high heat, or broiled in the oven at 400 degrees.

Pan-Seared Tuna with Avocado, Soy, Ginger, and Lime

Yield: 1 serving

Serving Size: 1 of 1 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 1 servings, calories 1056, Fat 85g, Saturated Fat 12g, Carbohydrate 36g, Fiber 18g, Sugar 4g, Protein 50g, Cholesterol 66mg, Sodium 1855mg

Ingredients:

• 2 big handfuls fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
• 1/2 jalapeno, sliced
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 garlic clove, grated
• 2 limes, juiced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• Pinch sugar
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 (6-ounce) block sushi-quality tuna
• 1 ripe avocado, halved, peeled, pitted, and sliced

Instruction:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cilantro, jalapeno, ginger, garlic, lime juice, soy sauce, sugar, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir the ingredients together until well incorporated.
2. Place a skillet over medium-high heat and coat with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season the tuna generously with salt and pepper. Lay the tuna in the hot oil and sear for 1 minute on each side to form a slight crust. Pour 1/2 of the cilantro mixture into the pan to coat the fish. Serve the seared tuna with the sliced avocado and the remaining cilantro sauce drizzled over the whole plate.

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FAQ

What is the best way to eat fresh tuna?

What goes with fresh 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.

What seasoning is good on tuna?

Do you wash tuna before cooking?