Simple Seared Tuna Steak Recipe
Learn how to perfectly sear tuna steaks for a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal. This recipe highlights the natural taste of tuna with minimal ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tuna steaks (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Pat the tuna steaks completely dry with paper towels. This helps create a good sear.
- Season both sides of the tuna steaks generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet (like cast iron) over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Carefully place the tuna steaks in the hot skillet.
- Sear for 1-3 minutes per side, depending on your desired level of doneness. For rare, sear for about 1 minute per side. For medium-rare, sear for 1.5-2 minutes per side. For medium, sear for 2-3 minutes per side. Avoid overcooking, as tuna can become dry.
- Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and let them rest for a minute or two before slicing or serving whole.
Notes
- For a different flavor, you can add a clove of minced garlic or a sprig of rosemary to the pan while searing.
- Serve with a side of soy sauce, wasabi, or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Consider serving with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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