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Seared Ahi Tuna Steaks Recipe

American · Main course · 14 min total

A quick and elegant dish featuring fresh ahi tuna steaks with a peppery crust and a tender, rare center. Perfect for a light yet impressive meal.

Ingredients

• 2 ahi tuna steaks (about 6 oz each, 1 inch thick)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
• Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

1. Pat tuna steaks dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and sesame oil. Brush mixture over both sides of the tuna.
2. In another small bowl, combine pepper, salt, and sesame seeds (if using). Press the mixture onto both sides of the tuna steaks to coat evenly.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet (cast iron or stainless steel) over high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
4. Carefully place tuna steaks in the hot skillet. Sear for 1.5 minutes without moving, until a golden crust forms.
5. Flip the steaks and sear for another 1.5 minutes for rare (adjust time for medium-rare: 2 minutes per side). Do not overcook.
6. Transfer tuna to a cutting board and let rest for 2 minutes. Slice against the grain into 1/2-inch thick slices. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Tips

• For best results, use sushi-grade ahi tuna.
• Serve with a simple salad or steamed rice.
• Leftover seared tuna can be refrigerated and used in salads or poke bowls within 1 day.

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