Quick Blackened Tuna Steaks with Soy-Ginger Glaze
Make restaurant-style tuna steak tonight. This recipe uses a simple rub and quick pan-sear method for a healthy, flavorful dinner ready in under 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 8 min
- Total Time: 13 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6-ounce) tuna steaks, about 1 inch thick
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Pat the tuna steaks completely dry with paper towels. This helps create a good crust.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) to create the glaze base.
- Brush or rub the glaze mixture evenly over all sides of the tuna steaks. Let them sit for 5 minutes while you heat the pan.
- Heat the olive oil in a heavy skillet (cast iron works best) over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Carefully place the seasoned tuna steaks in the hot skillet. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side for rare to medium-rare, depending on thickness. You want a dark crust and a cool, deep red center.
- Remove the tuna steaks from the pan immediately.
- Let the tuna rest on a cutting board for 3 minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve right away.
Notes
- For a true blackened flavor, increase the smoked paprika and pepper slightly.
- If you prefer grilling, use the same rub and grill over high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Pair this with a simple side dish like steamed asparagus or a fresh cucumber salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 75