Black and Blue Ahi Tuna
Elevate your seafood game with this bold and flavorful Black and Blue Ahi Tuna recipe. Perfectly seared ahi tuna steaks are coated in a zesty Cajun spice blend, creating a beautifully blackened crust that contrasts with the tender, rare center—ideal for showcasing the premium quality of sushi-grade tuna. Infused with the aromatic richness of garlic powder and black pepper, and finished in a sizzling hot skillet with a touch of butter, this dish delivers restaurant-quality elegance in just 16 minutes. Serve it with fresh lemon wedges for a bright, citrusy kick, and enjoy a protein-packed, gourmet meal that’s as stunning as it is simple. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or indulging in a special weeknight treat, this quick yet sophisticated seared tuna recipe will surely impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Ahi tuna steaks (sushi-grade)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Pat the ahi tuna steaks dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix together the Cajun seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
Rub the seasoning mixture generously over both sides of the tuna steaks, pressing gently to ensure the seasoning adheres.
Heat a large skillet over high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the butter and wait for it to melt completely.
Place the tuna steaks in the hot skillet. Sear for 1-2 minutes on the first side, pressing down lightly with a spatula to ensure even contact.
Flip the steaks and sear for another 1-2 minutes on the other side. The exterior should develop a dark, crispy crust while the inside remains rare and blue (cool to warm in the center).
Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Slice the tuna steaks against the grain into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.9 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 5182 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 436 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
