Gluten-Free Seared Ahi Tuna
Experience the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance with our Gluten-Free Seared Ahi Tuna recipe. This dish takes just 20 minutes to prepare and showcases tender ahi tuna steaks coated in a flavorful sesame crust and seared to perfection for a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Marinated in a tangy mixture of gluten-free soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, honey, ginger, and garlic, these steaks are packed with vibrant, balanced flavors. The combination of black and white sesame seeds adds nuttiness and a delightful crunch, while the quick searing process ensures the tuna remains beautifully pink and rare in the center. Serve this stunning seafood dish with a drizzle of reserved marinade and garnish with fresh green onions for a restaurant-quality presentation that’s gluten-free and perfect for impressing guests or elevating weeknight dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 6-ounce pieces Ahi tuna steaks
- 3 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Black sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon White sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Avocado oil or other high smoke-point oil
- 2 Green onions, sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine gluten-free soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Stir together until the honey is dissolved to form the marinade.
Place ahi tuna steaks in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over the fish, reserving the other half for serving. Marinate the tuna steaks for 10 minutes at room temperature, turning them once to ensure even coating.
In a small plate, mix together black and white sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper.
Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade and gently press each side of the steaks into the sesame seed mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
Heat avocado oil in a non-stick skillet over high heat until just beginning to smoke.
Carefully place the tuna steaks in the hot skillet, searing for about 1-2 minutes on each side, depending on your preferred level of doneness. For rare to medium-rare tuna, aim for a quick sear, keeping the center pink.
Remove the tuna from the skillet and let sit for a minute. Slice the tuna steaks against the grain into 1/4 inch thick slices.
Drizzle the reserved marinade over the sliced tuna and garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately, complementing with a side of steamed rice or your favorite gluten-free salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.1 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 4099 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 91.7 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1678 mg | 36% | |
*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.
