Ahi tuna is one of those things that us fish-lovers crave. The meat is so deliciously tender, buttery and rich!
I love using Ahi Tuna raw in sushi or lightly seared and paired with Jamaican White Rice or Broccoli with Hoisin Sauce. The flavors complement each other perfectly! Plus, this dish comes together in under 10 minutes, making it a lifesaver for busy weeknights!
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How do you sear Ahi Tuna in a Cast Iron Pan?
Season both sides of your fish liberally with salt and drizzle with olive oil or marinade it in some Hoison sauce. Heat a pan over high heat until very hot, then add the flesh side of the fish down and let sit without touching it until well-browned and crispy, 1 or 2 minutes. Flip and let sit another minute, then transfer to a plate.
What are benefits of eating Seared Ahi tuna?
Seared Ahi Tuna are incredibly nutrient-dense with healthy fats, protein, potassium and phosphorus. They are also high in folate, iron and vitamin B12.
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Cast Iron Seared Ahi Tuna
Equipment
- Cast Iron
Ingredients
- 1 ahi tuna yellowfin tuna steaks
- 1 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the ahi tuna steaks dry with a paper towel.
- Mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, kosher salt, and pepper until honey is fully dissolved. Pour over the ahi tuna steaks and turn over to coat completely. Marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
- Heat a medium cast iron skillet until very hot
- Add the canola oil to the hot pan. Sear the tuna for a few minutes until desired doneness.
- 1.5 minutes on each side for rare2 minutes on each side for medium rare3 on each side for medium.
Nutrition
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