Description
Enjoy perfectly seared Ahi tuna steaks with a flavorful ginger soy marinade. This quick and healthy recipe brings an Asian-inspired taste to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Ahi tuna steaks (about 6 ounces each)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, honey, and black pepper.
- Place the tuna steaks in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes, at room temperature.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove tuna steaks from the marinade, letting excess drip off.
- Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes per side for rare, or longer for more well-done.
- Let the tuna rest for a minute before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For best results, use sushi-grade Ahi tuna.
- Adjust marinating time based on your preference for tuna doneness.
- Serve with your favorite sides like rice or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: Approx. 250
- Sugar: Approx. 5g
- Sodium: Approx. 800mg
- Fat: Approx. 12g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 7g
- Fiber: Approx. 1g
- Protein: Approx. 30g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 70mg