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seared tuna steak
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Seared Tuna with Cilantro Lime Glaze

Thick fresh tuna steak seared rare with a zesty lime and cilantro glaze
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time3 minutes
Course: Fish, Seafood
Cuisine: American, Canadian, Canadian/American
Keyword: ahi tuna, seared tuna, tuna steak
Servings: 1 tuna steak

Ingredients

  • 1 large thick fresh tuna steak or 2 smaller steaks
  • 1 tsp sesame oil or other heat safe oil such as peanut, veg etc
  • salt and pepper

Glaze

  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1 jalapeno, finely minced remove seeds for less heat
  • 1 handful chopped fresh cilantro plus more for garnish

Instructions

  • Pat tuna dry on both sides. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine all glaze ingredients. Add salt if necessary, depending on sodium content in soy sauce.
  • Heat heavy skillet or cast iron pan to medium-high. Add oil. Place tuna in hot pan and sear for about 2 minutes.
  • Turn tuna. Sear other side for 2 minutes. Add glaze and spoon over top as glaze caramelizes in the pan.
  • Remove from heat and let rest. Add more fresh cilantro if desired.