Grilled Ahi Tuna
Elevate your seafood experience with this *Grilled Ahi Tuna* recipe, featuring tender, sushi-grade tuna steaks kissed by a flavorful marinade of soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, and zesty lemon juice. Perfectly grilled in just a few minutes, these succulent steaks boast a savory char on the outside while remaining buttery and rare inside, making them ideal for fans of bold, fresh flavors. Optional sesame seeds add a delightful crunch, while a garnish of chopped cilantro imparts a fresh, herbal finish. Ready in under an hour, this quick yet impressive dish is perfect for weeknight meals or backyard barbecues, offering a show-stopping centerpiece that’s healthy, refined, and absolutely unforgettable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Ahi tuna steaks
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Fresh ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a shallow dish, mix together the soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and salt to form a marinade.
Place the ahi tuna steaks in the marinade, turning them to coat all sides. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate the fish.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade and discard any remaining marinade.
Place the tuna steaks on the preheated grill. For rare to medium-rare, grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Adjust the cooking time according to your preference.
For an extra touch, sprinkle sesame seeds over the tuna while grilling for added flavor and crunch.
Remove the tuna from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
Serve the grilled ahi tuna steaks garnished with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
927 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.2 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 3098 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 121.6 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2167 mg | 46% | |
*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.
