Description
Learn how to make a flavorful Asian-inspired marinade for tuna steak that locks in moisture and creates a perfect crust when searing or grilling. This recipe uses simple ingredients for maximum taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tuna steaks (about 6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, ginger, minced garlic, brown sugar, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the tuna steaks in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steaks, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish. Marinate the tuna steaks in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes. Do not marinate longer than 30 minutes, as the acid in the lime juice can begin to ‘cook’ the fish.
- Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Heat a heavy skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until very hot. Lightly oil the pan or grate.
- Sear the tuna steaks for 1.5 to 3 minutes per side for rare to medium-rare, depending on thickness.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
Notes
- For an extra layer of flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of Sriracha to the marinade for a spicy kick.
- Always use fresh, high-quality tuna steak for the best searing results.
- This marinade is excellent for grilling tuna steak as well as searing.
- If you prefer a less intense flavor, reduce the soy sauce to 3 tablespoons.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 6 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 75