Description

This Healthy Seared Ahi Tuna Steak recipe delivers a restaurant-level experience right in your own kitchen, with a beautifully charred crust and a buttery, rare center.

Ingredients

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2 Steaks (6 oz each) Ahi Tuna
1 Tablespoon Avocado Oil
2 Tablespoons Coconut Aminos
1 Teaspoon Sesame Oil
1 Teaspoon Honey or Monk Fruit
1 Teaspoon Fresh Ginger (grated)
2 Tablespoons Sesame Seeds
Sea Salt & Black Pepper To Taste

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Instructions

Pat the Fish Dry: Remove the tuna steaks from the refrigerator and pat them dry with a paper towel
Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together coconut aminos, sesame oil, honey, and grated ginger in a small bowl
Marinate Briefly: Place the tuna in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it for no more than 10 minutes
Coat with Seeds: Press each side of the marinated tuna into sesame seeds for an even coating
Heat the Pan: Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat, add avocado oil until it shimmers
The Sear: Sear the tuna for 45 to 60 seconds per side, including the narrow edges for 15 seconds each
Rest: Let the tuna rest for two minutes on a cutting board before slicing
Slice and Serve: Slice the tuna against the grain into half-inch thick pieces

Notes

Ensure your pan is very hot before cooking to achieve the perfect sear.

If using leftovers, do not reheat in the microwave; instead, use a quick flash-sear in a hot pan to warm slightly.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 2 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Searing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 steak
Calories: 280 kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: 70mg