Ahi tuna recipe
Discover a quick and flavorful ahi tuna recipe ready in 20 minutes. Perfect for ahealthy, gourmet meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 2 fresh sushi-grade ahi tuna steaks 6 oz each
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- Sea salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp sesame seeds optional
- Fresh cilantro or chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and ginger to make the marinade.
- Pat dry the ahi tuna steaks and place them in the marinade. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the tuna steaks for 1–2 minutes per side for rare to medium-rare doneness.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain.
- Sprinkle with sea salt, pepper, sesame seeds, and garnish with herbs. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg