Description
This Garlic Butter Ahi Tuna Recipe delivers perfectly seared, restaurant-quality tuna steaks in under 20 minutes. Juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, these tuna steaks are finished with a rich garlic herb butter that adds depth, aroma, and irresistible flavor. Ideal for a quick weeknight meal or elegant dinner party!
Ingredients
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- For the Tuna Steaks:
- 2 fresh Ahi tuna steaks (6–8 oz each, 1 inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for color)
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- For the Garlic Herb Butter:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon chopped chives or thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional Garnish: Lemon wedges, crushed red pepper flakes, microgreens, or sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the tuna: Pat tuna steaks dry and brush lightly with olive oil. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Sear the tuna: Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Once hot, add a little oil and sear tuna 1–2 minutes per side for rare or 3 minutes for medium-rare. Do not overcook.
- Make the garlic butter: In a small pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, and chives.
- Combine and serve: Place seared tuna on a plate and spoon garlic herb butter over the top. Garnish with lemon wedges and herbs. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use sushi-grade Ahi tuna for the best quality and flavor.
- Make sure your pan is very hot before searing to get a perfect crust.
- Do not overcook — tuna should stay pink in the middle.
- Garlic burns quickly, so cook it over medium heat and add butter near the end.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Seafood, Healthy Recipes
- Method: Seared
- Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tuna steak
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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