Blackened Ahi Tuna
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Blackened Ahi Tuna
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Blackened ahi tuna is coated with cayenne, paprika, herbs, and other Cajun spices and quickly seared in butter in this easy stovetop recipe.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh ahi tuna
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Cajun Blackening Seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp fennel seeds
- 1/8 tsp ground clove
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Instructions
- Rinse the fish and pat dry with paper towels. Slice into 1/2 inch steaks.
- In a small bowl mix together the spices and set aside.
- Place a frying pan or cast iron skillet over high heat until it starts to smoke. Keep kitchen area well ventilated.
- Toss the ahi tuna in melted butter and then coat with spice mixture on both sides. Press spice mixture to adhere. Immediately sear on high heat each side for 10 seconds for pink in the middle, or for no more then 30 seconds per side to cook through well. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
2g
Calories
228kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
0.7g
(0%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
12.2g
(19%)
Cholesterol
74.7mg
(25%)
Sodium
53.3mg
(2%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 228 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2g | |
| Calories | 228kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.7g | 0% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 12.2g | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 74.7mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 53.3mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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