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Seared Ahi Tuna

Ahi Tuna is a restaurant favorite that's easier to make at home than you think! It's quick and healthy - great for something a little different on a weeknight.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 416 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-American Fusion

Ingredients

Ahi Tuna
  • 2 ahi tuna steaks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • sesame seeds optional
  • chopped scallions optional
Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce, 2 teaspoons rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger. Give it a taste and adjust the flavors if needed then set aside.
  2. Season both sides of 2 ahi tuna steaks with salt and pepper .
  3. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the tuna for 45 seconds-1 minute on each side.
  4. Slice the tuna and serve it with the sauce! Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions if desired.

Notes

  • My ahi tuna steaks were about 1" thick and I cooked them for 1 minute/side. 
  • Be sure to use sushi-grade ahi tuna for taste and food safety reasons.
  • I like to keep fresh ginger in the freezer because it's easier to grate, and I always have some on-hand that way.

Nutrition Information

Calories 416kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 42g (84%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 65mg (22%) Sodium 1331mg (55%) Potassium 486mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 3711IU (74%) Calcium 19mg (2%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 416

% Daily Value*

Calories 416kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 42g 84%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 65mg 22%
Sodium 1331mg 55%
Potassium 486mg 10%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 3711IU 74%
Calcium 19mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.