PrintSeared Ahi Tuna with Soy-Ginger Glaze
A simple and flavorful seared ahi tuna recipe with an Asian-inspired glaze, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sushi-grade ahi tuna steak
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and honey to make the glaze.
- Pat the tuna steak dry with paper towels.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the tuna steak for 1-2 minutes per side for rare, or longer for more well-done, depending on your preference.
- Remove tuna from skillet and let it rest for a minute.
- Slice the tuna steak against the grain.
- Drizzle the soy-ginger glaze over the sliced tuna.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, marinate the tuna in the glaze for 10-15 minutes before searing.
- Ensure your tuna is sushi-grade for the best and safest results.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice and a side of sautéed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Find it online: https://www.purecookingjoy.com/seared-ahi-tuna-recipe/