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Seared Albacore Tuna with Ginger Soy Sauce

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Seared Albacore Tuna with Ginger Soy Sauce features tender, lightly seared tuna steaks finished with a savory sauce of soy, ginger, garlic, and green onions. This elegant seafood dish is packed with fresh flavor and comes together in just minutes.

Ingredients

  • 4 albacore tuna steaks (about 6 ounces each)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and green onions. Set aside.
  3. Heat the sesame oil and olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  4. Once the skillet is very hot, add the tuna steaks.
  5. Sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side for a rare center, or slightly longer if preferred.
  6. Remove the tuna from the skillet and let rest for 2 minutes.
  7. Slice the tuna against the grain into thin slices.
  8. Arrange the slices on serving plates.
  9. Spoon the ginger soy sauce over the tuna.
  10. Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and lime wedges before serving.

Notes

  • Use sushi-grade or high-quality tuna if serving rare.
  • For a spicy version, add sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Coat the tuna in sesame seeds before searing for a sesame-crusted variation.
  • Substitute tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • Store leftover tuna and sauce separately in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Serve with steamed rice, cucumber salad, stir-fried vegetables, or edamame.

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