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Seared Tuna with Cilantro Lime Glaze
Thick fresh tuna steak seared rare with a zesty lime and cilantro glaze
Prep Time
5
minutes
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Cook Time
3
minutes
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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.